At the end of last October we employed a gardener to returf our front
and back gardens. Some of the turf hasn't 'taken' (ie it isn't rooted
and looks dead) - particularly around the edges. Others parts of the
lawn are bare and muddy. We have stayed off the lawn as much as
possible but you only have to walk across it to leave big, muddy
impressions.

Does this sound normal? Should it 'come back' in the spring when the
grass really starts growing again? Should we get the gardner round to
take a look?

Any experiences or suggestions would be appreciated.

Thanks

Emma