Reducing allergen exposure in a garden

Gardens for Hay Fever and Allergy Sufferers

For a hay fever sufferer, mowing season can make the garden unusable at exactly the time of year it should be enjoyed most.

Grass pollen is the main trigger, but damp debris and certain planting contribute too. This is general design guidance, not medical advice.

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Grass and mowing

Mowing releases pollen and disturbs it in volume. Replacing or reducing the lawn removes both the exposure and the task, which is why artificial grass appeals to many allergy sufferers.

Where a lawn is kept, mowing before flowering and keeping it short reduces pollen release.

Planting choices

Insect-pollinated plants with heavier, stickier pollen generally cause fewer problems than wind-pollinated grasses and some trees. Double-flowered forms typically produce less accessible pollen.

Strongly scented planting can trigger symptoms for some people, so it is worth siting it away from seating.

Keeping the garden clean

Damp leaf litter and debris grow mould, which is a common secondary trigger. Surfaces that sweep clean easily make a real difference.

Good drainage prevents the persistently damp corners where mould establishes.

Frequently asked questions

Does artificial grass help hay fever?

It removes grass pollen and mowing from your own garden, though pollen still travels from elsewhere.

Are there low-allergen planting options?

Insect-pollinated species are generally a better starting point than grasses and wind-pollinated trees.

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