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Old 22-11-2005, 03:38 PM posted to uk.rec.gardening
Jaques d'Alltrades
 
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Default Rolawns lawn not taking - been down 4 weeks now

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I laid 40 sq meters of rolawns turf 4 weeks ago. Its growing really
well, and is nice and lush green. However I lifted the edges up and it
has still not taken to the top soil.


What do you expect? a miracle?

There are a few roots showing through but not much. And non of them are
holding to the soil. I pul it up lightly and it comes up straight away.


As one would expect.

Is there any reason why it hasnt taken yet?


Yes - even in the height of growth you'd be expecting too much. At this
time of year, growth is slow, or even nonexistent.

Maybe i need to fertilize
with something?


No.

Also shall i give it a trim now? It is about 2 and a half inches high
now.


Trim the top off if you must - don't cut it right down. What
photosynthesis takes place at this time of year will be required to
maintain the roots, and start them growing in the spring.

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