Gardening experts say sprinkle sugar on your lawn to make it green and lush in weeks Achieving a green, lush lawn that's free of moss, clumps or bare spots is a goal for many gardeners and now it seems experts have found a cheap and easy way to get the perfect garden (Image: Getty Images ) Many UK gardeners dream of a perfect, lush green lawn devoid of moss, clumps, or bare patches, especially when we're graced with glorious spring sunshine as we are this week. Yet getting your garden ready for the summer can prove both tough and a serious hit to the wallet. ‌ Gardeners could end up on their knees, pulling weeds or investing heavily in high-cost fertilisers. That's why green-fingered experts are now advocating a sweet solution that won't break the bank: scattering sugar over your turf throughout the spring and summer months. This budget-friendly and straightforward tactic could elevate a lacklustre, yellowing lawn to a verdant haven just in time for those balmy summer evenings. Article continues below According to gardening savants, not only can sugar tackle thatch—those pesky dead grass accumulations wreaking havoc in your backyard — it can also boost your grass's nutrients and block invasive weeds' growth. The humble bag of white sugar might just be the lifeline your tired grass is craving, reports Leeds Live. Lindsey Hyland, the brains behind Urban Organic Yield, remarked: "Weeds tend to thrive in environments with access to sunlight and moisture, and by using sugar on your lawn, you can make it less hospitable for these weeds. ‌ "Sugar will help break down thatch, the layer of dead grass, and other organic material that can accumulate on your lawn over time. "This thatch can make it difficult for new grass to grow, but using sugar on your lawn can help break it down and improve the health of your lawn." Bill Glaser, owner of Outstanding Foods, which specialises in plant-based products, said: "[Sugar] allows the grass to overtake invasive plant species. ‌ "Only use a sugar solution about once a month; some sources suggest replacing harsh fertilisers with rice water for more consistent application." Adding further insight, Tom Monson from Monson Lawn and Landscaping mentioned that sugar could boost root strength but warned: "Sugar causes the grass's roots to intake more nitrogen from the soil, which can boost your lawn's greenness. Tom also cautioned: "Sugar also promotes fungal growth, so you'll want to inspect your lawn and ensure you do not have excess fungal growth." Article continues below For those eager to try this method, you should sprinkle around 450g of regular granulated white sugar per 10 square feet of lawn - that's the type you can pick up at any supermarket, often as cheap as £1 for a 1kg bag.