First, you need to choose the right type of seed for your lawn. That will depend on the region you live in—one that needs cool-season grasses, warm-season grasses, or a transition zone that allows more flexibility.
To seed your lawn, lay down approximately 1 inch of topsoil, then use a spreader to apply the seed to the soil. We recommend using two different types of spreaders. For the majority of the work, you should use a broadcast spreader because they distribute seed evenly, allowing for thorough coverage.
Always set the spreader to half the recommended drop rate and spread the seed in one direction, then one or two more in different directions to make sure the coverage is nice and even. Applying the right amount of seed is key.
As a general rule of thumb, apply roughly 15 seeds per each square inch, then rake over the seed. Your best bet is to use a starter fertilizer high in phosphorus. However, due to concerns about water pollution, many states prohibit the use of phosphorus in fertilizers.
Some states may allow phosphorus in fertilizers for establishing new lawns. Deep, infrequent watering can help establish your lawn by allowing it to grow deep roots, which can compete against weeds. Try to water your lawn about twice a week, in the morning before the heat of the day sets in. Lawns typically need about 1. Proper maintenance is critical if you want your newly established lawn to stay weed-free. Mow at either the highest or second-highest setting. Fertilize your lawn as needed to help it thrive.
Starting out, you probably want to know just why weeds have overtaken your grass, so you can prevent it from happening again. The prospect of regular lawn maintenance can be daunting, from fertilization to aeration to yet more weed control.
Hiring a professional lawn care company like TruGreen can alleviate those concerns. The paving-man leans on his two-handed rammer, the reporter's lead flies swiftly over the note-book, the sign-painter is lettering with blue and gold,.
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Where the cheese-cloth hangs in the kitchen, where andirons straddle the hearth-slab, where cobwebs fall in festoons from the rafters;. Where trip-hammers crash, where the press is whirling its cylinders,. Wherever the human heart beats with terrible throes under its ribs,. Where the pear-shaped balloon is floating aloft, floating in it my- self and looking composedly down,. Where the life-car is drawn on the slip-noose, where the heat hatches pale-green eggs in the dented sand,. Where the fin of the shark cuts like a black chip out of the water,.
Where shells grow to her slimy deck, where the dead are corrupt- ing below;. Where the dense-starr'd flag is borne at the head of the regiments,. Under Niagara, the cataract falling like a veil over my countenance,. Upon the race-course, or enjoying picnics or jigs or a good game of base-ball,. At he-festivals, with blackguard gibes, ironical license, bull-dances, drinking, laughter,. At the cider-mill tasting the sweets of the brown mash, sucking the juice through a straw,.
At musters, beach-parties, friendly bees, huskings, house-raisings;. Where the mocking-bird sounds his delicious gurgles, cackles, screams, weeps,.
Where the hay-rick stands in the barn-yard, where the dry-stalks are scatter'd, where the brood-cow waits in the hovel,. Where the bull advances to do his masculine work, where the stud to the mare, where the cock is treading the hen,. Where the heifers browse, where geese nip their food with short jerks,.
Where sun-down shadows lengthen over the limitless and lonesome prairie,. Where herds of buffalo make a crawling spread of the square miles far and near,. Where the humming-bird shimmers, where the neck of the long- lived swan is curving and winding,. Sprinklers Misadjusted If your lawn sports brown patches during heat waves, make sure your sprinklers are reaching all areas.
Weeds Common weeds can win the competition with your lawn for water and food. Disease Dozens of diseases and fungi can turn your lawn brown.
Cinch Bugs These drought-loving bugs drain plant juices like tiny vampires. Grubs These beetle larvae feast on turf roots and mimic drought damage.
Pet Waste Round patches of dead grass indicate animals are peeing urine contains acid on your lawn. Related : Landscaping Do's and Don'ts When You Have a Dog If Necessary, Call in the Experts Diagnosing the problem can be tricky, and your local extension agent or a lawn care company can help you determine exactly what ails your lawn.
Aerate and inter-seed add seed to existing grass in fall when weather has cooled and rain is likely. Fertilize in spring and fall. Water in the early morning to combat fungal diseases. Water deeply to nourish roots. In summer, raise mowing height to 3 inches or above.
The taller grass will shade roots and reduce water loss from evaporation.
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