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Planting Grass Seed in Spring

4/8/2014

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Spring is one of the best times to plant grass seed. In winter, it’s too cold for grass seed to germinate. In summer, it can be challenging to keep grass seed moist on extremely hot days. In spring, temperatures are moderate and there’s typically good amounts of rainfall, making watering less of an issue.

If the soil and temperature conditions are right, planting grass seed is not a challenging job and can be done by anyone. The following are the few steps to take to successfully plant grass seed.

1.      Prepare the soil
If there is any existing grass, mow it as low as possible to allow maximum sun and moisture to the areas where you’ll sow grass seed. Loosen the top 2 inches of soil and remove any debris (including sticks, stones, dead grass). Level out any areas where water may puddle. Avoid using weed killers prior to planting grass seed. (Wait until grass has effectively grown and gone through a few mowings).

2.      Plant grass seed
Invest in high quality grass seed. You want to get grass seed that has been bred for insect and disease resistance, superior color and drought tolerance. Great grass seed will help in growing a great lawn. Use a handheld or push lawn seeder to evenly distribute grass seed in large areas. In smaller areas, you can spread grass by hand evenly. Apply a starter fertilizer when you sow your seeds (and then add more fertilizer three to four weeks later).

3.      Cover grass seeds
Gently go over the grass seed bed with a rake turned upside down. With the spikes of the rake facing up, drag the rake across the seed bed so that just ¼” of soil covers most of your grass seed. This topsoil will help hold seeds in place and provide moisture. 

4.      Water regularly
The grass seed bed should be kept moist at all times to help the seeds germinate. Water at least daily to ensure moisture. Most likely you’ll want to water 2 – 3 times daily, but water lightly – do not saturate. Once you see new grass sprout, continue to water regularly to ensure the roots get moisture. 

Depending on the type of grass seed you use, you should start to see your new lawn within 2 - 4 weeks. (And also depending on Mother Nature!) Avoid mowing new grass until it has reached 3 inches, and be sure to use a sharp blade on new grass. 



3 Comments
Thomas Clarence link
7/27/2022 02:56:32 pm

I appreciate the advice you shared about investing in grass seed that is high-quality. I am wanting to improve my backyard because it is mostly just weeds and rocks right now. Finding a company that sells high-quality sod will help me improve the overall value of my home.

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Victoria Addington link
9/19/2022 05:11:58 am

It captured me the most when you mentioned that we should choose grass seeds that can resist insects and disease. My friend is opting for turf in her backyard. I should advise her to look for a supplier that provides high-quality products.

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1/23/2023 04:39:05 am

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