Lawn Repair - Planting Grass Seed
Tips, Tricks
Most agree fall is the best time to seed, preferably in September after the hot months of weather and when there is conditions of good moisture. Container gadening ideas http://youtu.be/KzfZpoj3WP8 Springtime is good. If you do seed in spring, start early as the weather breaks, so good root growth can start before hot weather sets in. Grass seed usually suffers from competition with crabgrass and other summer weeds as well as from heat and inadequate moisture. Early spring is usually the time I patch brown spots, simple because it's just nice to get outdoors after a long New England winter. Whether by hand or spreader, sow by dividing the seed, spreading part in one direction, the rest crosswise. This ensures even coverage and lessens the chance of missed spots or wind rows. Rake the seed lightly. Then roll lightly to firm the seed into the soil. Small patches may should be top-dressed with 1/8 inch or so of organic matter or compost. View the Home & Garden Playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUYheDlw3PZD-Yo34xOsAIUVhXqmaLzdL
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Another know nothing expert. :(
Super speedy grass patching!
Normally it takes two weeks for grass seed to germinate. Put clear plastic over it that you can get for free from furniture stores. You'll have 6 inch high grass in 36 hours that you can mow right away. But the more shade you have the less likely this will work. If the grass under the plastic turns yellow you have to start over. -
is "organic matter" the same as soil? is it necessary to put fertilizer on top of the soil?
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