Lawns and shrubs need care after a challenging summer.
After sustained heat from this summer, perennial plants, shrubs, and lawns need nourishment, to offset the stress caused by drought, heat, inconsistent irrigation, insects, and wear from foot traffic.
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Overseeding is the process by which new grass seed is planted within existing turf.
Most North American lawns are over seven years old, and could benefit from overseeding. Old turfdeteriorates and sometimes dies out completely. Today’s newer grasses have been developed to better withstand insects, disease, drought, shady conditions, and heavy traffic. By overseeding with these advanced grasses, you can save time and money by decreasing the amount of fertilizer, water, and pesticides your lawn requires.
When is the best time?
Early fall is the prime time for overseeding because soil and atmospheric temperatures are mostfavorable for seed germination and growth. Weed competition is also less of a factor at this time.
What type of seed to buy?
Purchasing the proper seed for your lawn is very important. Do not try to save money bypurchasing a lower quality seed. Inexpensive seeds often times will not adapt well with your lawnand are more susceptible to disease. Try to buy the best seed you can afford, and whenever possible, purchase grass types with specific varietal names. The price of good grass seed is smal lcompared to the time that is invested in your lawn. Your seed supplier can help you determine the right seed for your application.
Preparing the lawn for seed
Before beginning the seeding process there are a few steps to follow. First, mow the existing lawn, with a bagger, to a short height. Do not scalp the lawn, but cut it short to allow new seed to get down to the soil and to prevent competition from existing grass. Second, dethatch and aerate the lawn. Make sure to rake up thatch and weeds before seeding.
Seeding the lawn
Once the lawn is prepared, it is time to seed. Spread out the grass seed, making sure the seed is touching the soil. An actual over seeder will slice through the grass and surface of the soil, allowing new seed to reach the soil. Once the seeding is completed, it may be necessary to cover the seed with light straw or cheesecloth to keep the seed from blowing away or getting eaten by birds. After seeding, begin frequent, light watering to keep the soil moist until it germinates. After the new plants begin to grow, reduce the watering schedule until it is back to normal. Start mowing grass when it is 2 to 3 inches tall.