6-Week Starter Lawn Care Plan for New Turf

Your new turf is installed — now what? Follow our expert starter care plan to help your lawn take root, green up, and thrive. Designed for homeowners across Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, and Woodford.
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Why Starter Lawn Care is Critical

New turf isn’t like mature lawn — it needs careful attention in the first 6 weeks to establish strong roots and resist stress. If you neglect it early on, you risk:

  • Patchy growth or dead spots
  • Weed invasion and fungal diseases
  • Poor root establishment and lifting
  • Long-term problems with drainage or colour

Our Starter Care & Maintenance Plan is designed to help you avoid all of that and get the most out of your investment.

Week-by-Week New Lawn Care Plan

01

Week 1 – Immediate Aftercare

  • Water immediately after installation — thoroughly until soil is soaked
  • Avoid foot traffic
  • Water 2–3 times daily during hot weather
  • If using a sprinkler, move it frequently to prevent dry patches
  • Apply Starter Fertiliser and wetting agent if not already included in your install package
02

Week 2

  • Continue watering 1–2 times per day, depending on weather
  • Still avoid mowing — let roots dig in
  • Watch for any areas lifting or drying out; water them more
03

Week 3

  • Gently test root establishment by tugging turf
  • Begin reducing watering to once per day, or every second day if overcast
  • If roots are set, consider first mow — never remove more than 1/3 of blade height
  • Use sharp mower blades to avoid tearing new turf
04

Week 4–5

  • Mow every 7–10 days as needed
  • Reduce watering frequency but keep deep soaking technique
  • Watch for signs of pests or weeds
05

Week 4–5

  • Your turf should be well-established
  • Watering can shift to a deep watering 1–2 times per week depending on rainfall
  • Resume normal mowing and trimming
  • Apply a follow-up round of fertiliser if needed for extra green-up

Tips for Different Turf Types

Different turf types respond slightly differently during establishment. Here's what to expect:
Turf Type Water Needs Establishment Speed First Mow Timeframe
Sir Walter Buffalo Moderate Medium ~3 weeks
Palmetto Buffalo Low–Moderate Medium ~3–4 weeks
Empire Zoysia Low Slower ~4 weeks
Wintergreen Couch High Fast ~2 weeks

Common New Lawn Mistakes

And How to Avoid Them:

Under-watering:

New turf needs consistent moisture in the first 2 weeks.

Over-watering:

Don’t flood it — shallow frequent watering early, then shift to deep watering.

Mowing too soon:

Wait until roots are anchored.

Using dull mower blades:

They tear the grass and cause stress.

Skipping fertiliser:

Your new lawn needs nutrients to thrive, just like a garden.

Trusted Lawn Care Products for New Turf

We supply everything you need to care for your lawn from day one, including:

  • Turf Starter Fertiliser
  • Wetting agents
  • Lawn Soils and Top Dress Mix
  • Sprinklers and accessories (if applicable)

You can add these to your turf order online or buy them separately anytime.

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Ongoing Lawn Support After Installation

Your relationship with us doesn’t end after installation. We offer:

  • Year-Round Lawn Care Plans
  • Seasonal fertiliser application reminders
  • Grub, pest & disease advice
  • Weed management support
  • Optional ongoing maintenance services

If something doesn’t look right — just reach out.

Service Area

We support homeowners and builders across:

  • Brisbane Northside: Burpengary, North Lakes, Caboolture, Morayfield
  • Sunshine Coast: Aura Estate, Baringa, Caloundra, Palmview, Buderim
  • Woodford Region: Woodford, Wamuran, Peachester, Kilcoy

Ready to Grow a Healthy New Lawn?

Use our Starter Care & Maintenance Plan to protect your investment and enjoy a healthy, green lawn for years to come.

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