Planting Specifications
Planting Instructions
New Seeding
Prepare
the soil by tilling to a depth of 4-6 inches. Conduct a soil test to be
sure your soil has the proper nutrients it needs for a healthy lawn.
Apply fertilizer and lime at the recommended rates. If you are unable to
conduct a soil test, apply lime and a complete lawn fertilizer
according to the recommended rates on the packages. Work lime and
fertilizer evenly into the soil, then rake the soil surface smooth to
give the seed an ideal bed in which to establish healthy roots. Sow the
grass seed by evenly spreading according to the recommended seeding
rates. Rake, harrow, or otherwise work the seed into the soil 1/4’” to
1/2” deep. Keep the area well watered until the seed germinate and the
seedlings have grown sufficiently to establish a lawn, then water as
needed.
Overseeding or Re-Seeding
Before
overseeding, it is important to prepare the soil. Conduct a soil test
to be sure your lawn has the proper balance of nutrients. Fertilize and
lime if needed. Mow or clip the existing grass as closely as possible.
Remove clippings and rake, harrow lightly, or aerate the soil where
there is existing lawn. This will allow the new seed to make contact
with the soil. Sow the seed and gently rake to cover. Keep the lawn
moist until seedlings are established, then water as needed.
Undesirable Lawns
Rid your lawn of undesirable grasses following the steps below so that you can establish a desirable lawn:
Improving Bare Spots
Mow
your lawn closely, then remove leaves, dead grass, etc. Rake, harrow
lightly, or aerate the bare spots to prepare the seedbed. Conduct a soil
test to be sure the soil has the proper balance of nutrients. Fertilize
and lime if needed.
