Homeowners who think that seeding their lawn just needs them to sprinkle grass seed over the ground will be sorely disappointed. There are specific steps to follow on the way to plant grass seed so as to finish up with a stunning looking lawn that is green and lush.
Preparation is essential when learning a way to plant grass seed. Select a quality seed that is appropriate for existing ground and climate conditions and conjointly any existing grass. Have a rake handy to help prepare the soil and be sure it is level. If the lawn already includes a built-in irrigation system, check to make certain it is in good working order before planting any seeds. Invest in weed-free mulch and a sprinkler head for the watering hose. See also How to Aerate & Dethatch Your Lawn
Gently water the soil in order to help soften any arduous or crusty patches previous to beginning the seeding process. Avoid beginning any grass seeding project immediately when a serious rainfall or during a heat wave. Aim for moderate weather during the spring or the fall. Once the ground is moist and level, you are ready to start employing a hand-held spreader or rotary wheeled spreader, paying attention to the amount of seed that's counseled per sq. foot of lawn by the grass seed manufacturer. A sensible guideline is to plant at least a dozen seeds per square inch.
Divide the quantity of seed you are planting into 2 separate batches and spread the primary quantity, then re-examine the identical ground walking at a totally different angle to unfold the second half of seed which helps ensure a lot of consistent coverage than simply going over the ground once to spread the grass seed. Now it's time to use the rake to gently sow the seed into the soil as a result of you don't wish your grass seed merely laying atop the bottom where it can be blown away by the wind or easily eaten by the birds.
It is a smart idea to perpetually obtain a lot of grass seed than you anticipate needing because as you complete the raking process, you will notice vacant patches or areas where the seed is thinner than desired and you can fill in with the extra seeds. Rent a lawn roller and re-evaluate each inch where the seed has been placed to make sure that it is firmly in the bottom. Now cowl it with compost, manure or straw to supply protection and to keep the seeds moist during the germination amount. Water lightly and daily till the grass is at least two inches high.
