Filed under: Grass planting,Planting steps
Every authority states unequivocally that the fall season is the best time to seed grass, preferably in September after the hottest months are over and when there is a good amount of moisture available. If you seed in the fall the grass will thrive, nevertheless, the heaviest sales of seed are in the spring.
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The most important thing to remember when seeding a lawn is that the soil, temperature and moisture level all play key roles in the sprouting process. It is also important to have the necessary equipment before you get started. Checking the weather is key as well. Excessive rain after planting equals disastrous results, i.e., you don’t want a muddy wash outside of your front door. Now is the perfect time to start planting those seeds because even though the grass will sprout, grow a little then die in the winter, that is a surefire sign that come Spring your lawn will grow in and glisten with the morning dew.
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Filed under: Grass planting,Site preparation
To prepare site we can apply both lime and a complete lawn fertilizer. Lime neutralizes a soil’s pH level. Most grasses need a neutral soil pH in order to thrive. Apply lime at roughly the rate of two tons per acre.
Apply the fertilizer and lime at the recommended rates and according to directions. Work the fertilizer and lime evenly into the earth and then level the soil.
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There are many different methods that can be used for planting lawns. Ideally all grass seeds have the best results when planted into a freshly prepared, tilled, firm, pure soil (no plants or weeds present) seed bed. The key with getting grass seeds to germinate is to have good “seed/soil” contact. By good soil contact that means that soil (not grasses) is in direct contact to the surface of the seeds. Ideally the best seed/soil contact is where the seeds are completely surrounded by soil.
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Today we will talk about the best time to seed your lawn.
Grass seeds can be planted in the spring and fall with good results. If you want to plant grass in the spring, you should do so as soon as it is possible. Roots need to strong before the weather gets too hot. For a fall planting of grass seed, the rules are the same – grass seeds need time to fully germinate before freezing temperatures arrive in your region. Don’t expect germination to be as good as you think. Seeds require a certain amount of growing time at proper temperatures and conditions to germinate.