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 add soil amendments 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:
Planting Zones: All
Daily Light Required: Full sun to med shade (4-8 hrs of sun)
Sun Tolerance: Good
Shade Tolerance: Good
Grass Color: Medium to dark green
Grass Texture: Fine
Drought Tolerance: Very Good
Disease Resistance: Exceptional
Traffic Tolerance: Good
Planting Zones: All
Recommended Planting Dates: Early spring or early fall
Planting Rates:
Planting Depth: No more than ¼”
Germination: 7-14 days
Mowing Height: 3”
Grows best in the shaded area.
For sunny & shady lawns.
Needs 4 to 8 hours of daily sun.
Plant in early Spring or Fall, when temperatures are between 60 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
STEP 1: PREPARE
Remove debris, then rake the soil to loosen and smooth the top layer.
STEP 2: APPLY
Spread the seed evenly using a spreader. For new lawns, apply a starter fertilizer. Rake gently to work your seed & fertilizer into the soil.
STEP 3: WATER
This is the most important step! Keep the soil moist by watering daily (twice a day if you have to) until grass sprouts and reaches about 3” tall.
