Bring the MCG to Your Backyard: DIY Lawn Cricket Pitch

Fertilise Like a Pro 

First off, you need a lush, green lawn, and fertilising is key. Use Scotts Lawn Builder Extreme Green. Not only does this beauty feed your lawn for up to three months, encourages deeper root growth, and prevents surge growth, but it also rapidly greens-up your lawn. Giving you a picture-perfect cricket lawn in just 3-days. Howzat! 

 

Make the Most of the Rain 

Rain is a blessing for any lawn, but you need to make sure your grass gets the most out of it. A wetting agent will help your lawn soak up all that extra water, getting it deep into the roots instead of letting it run off or pool on the surface. Scotts Lawn Builder + Wetting Agent does double duty by feeding your lawn and improving water retention. No rain? No worries. Regular watering will keep your pitch in top shape. 

 

Pick the Perfect Spot 

One of the most important parts of setting up a backyard cricket pitch is choosing the right spot. Ideally, you want a nice big area. But even if your lawn’s on the smaller side, you can still make it work. Just place the pitch on an angle to give yourself more room to play. And remember, try to position it to limit those sixes from smashing windows or cars. 

 

Mow for Maximum Bounce 

The final step in creating your cricket pitch is mowing. Drop the height of your mower to get more bounce on your pitch, while keeping the rest of your lawn at its usual height. Mow regularly to keep it looking sharp. When the cricket season winds down and it’s time to bring your lawn back to normal, aerate the pitch and spread Scotts Lawn Builder +Organics Topdress. This will replenish the nutrients and help your lawn recover after a season of cricket fun. 

 

Keep an Eye on Pests 

Even the best lawns can fall victim to pests. Keep an eye out for signs of lawn grubs or other insects. If you see bare patches or birds pecking at your lawn, it might be time to take action. Scotts Lawn Builder Grub & Insect can help keep those critters at bay.