Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Healthy green grass next to yellow balding grass Top-dressing a lawn is a fancy term for amending the soil without disturbing the ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. A newly sown lawn needs the right balance of nutrients, moisture, and aeration to establish strong roots. That's where top-dressing comes in.

A garden expert has shared a simple DIY fix that will instantly improve your lawn without the need for re-turfing.