If you are tired of gazing out into your yard and seeing a yard that hardly resembles grass, then it might be time to re-think your lawn. Lawn and turf seeds Kissimmee FL are widely available and can cure those ugly dirt patches and dead grass, leaving your lawn looking picturesque and green all year long if done right.
Here are 3 easy steps to planting grass in your yard to give it that luster you’ve always wanted.
The Right Seed Is Key
While it may be tempting to just go for the budget option, a great lawn can only be grown from the best seeds. Look for seeds that have been evaluated by the National Turf Evaluation Program to ensure that you are buying seeds bred specifically for their color and perennial longevity.
Prep the Soil
There are two methods to preparing the soil for seeding, the difference between the two is whether you are seeding over an existing lawn, or planting a new lawn.
For an existing lawn, mow the grass as short as you can and loosen the top 1/4 inch of soil in dirt patches. Fertilize the bare spots after seeding.
For new lawns, loosen the top 3 inches with a tilling machine and level the low areas where water can collect.
Plant the Seed
Now that most of the work is over, spread the seeds evenly throughout by hand or with a mechanical spreader. Make sure there are roughly 16 seeds per square inch covering the lawn. Once you’ve spread all the seeds, lightly drag some soil over them so that no more than 1/4 inch covers the seeds. Water often, but don’t saturate!
In conclusion, remember that your lawn will only be as good as the seed you buy and the amount of care you take in planting.