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The lawn watering method garden pros are using this July to cultivate stronger and healthier grass – and no, it's not watering every day

Long grass lawn in garden.

This summer has seen temperature extremes for the UK, and my grass is looking less than pleased right now. Unsurprisingly, the way you water your lawn in hot weather can have a huge impact on its condition – and it's something I've learned the hard way.

Contrary to popular belief, though, you shouldn’t water your lawn more. Just as there’s a correct way to mow your lawn in hot, dry weather, there’s also a right way to water it – and quality is better than quantity, according to the experts. Apparently, sprinklers are a little more redundant during heatwaves.

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