How do I prepare my lawn for seeding?
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Spring is right around the corner and as that grass is recovering from the colder months you may start to notice that it is time for some new grass to be planted. If that is the case then we are the lawn care service that can help you with that. May homeowners love the look of that thick and lush green lawn, but are not always sure on how to maintain it each after year. Making sure that each year that you plant grass seed is a great start. Our lawn care service company is able to come out to your home and get that project started right away.
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Lawn care services are one thing that it is totally wonderful to be able to leave it up to professionals and even though you may be, you may want to know how the process works and what has to be completed to getting that lawn looking good. It takes some elbow grease and time to get the lawn prepared, but getting it prepared before the service professionals come out to the home can save them some time and some time on your part to see the results as well. Preparing your lawn may seem like a challenge but when you break down the steps and think about it in a step by step process it can be simple. It is great to get started if you would like to see that green grass even sooner than last year.
So how do you prepare your lawn for seeding?
Waiting till the time is just right.
Making sure that the time is just right for planting seeds is essential in making sure that the end product will be successful. Grass seed has two different seasons of grass that you can plant. Cooler seasons grass and warm season grass. They sound exactly what you think they are for. If using cooler seasons grass plant in the cooler months, if you have decided on a warm season grass then the seed needs to go down in warmer months. Each of the types offers different species of grass that grow differently. Typically the decision is made depending on the climate that you live in, but sometimes there are expectations to the rule. Always think about this first when you are deciding on just the right time to start your process.
Selecting the right grass seed.
There are different species of grass in each type. You want to make sure that part of your prep process if making sure that you have the right seed for your lawn. Talking to your lawn care service is a wonderful part of this process. They will work to help you decide on the species and may even give you a few tips on the prep while working with you.
Testing that soil, make sure its right.
This is another step that you can work with your lawn care service professionals on. Typically a lawn care service has a “go to” with the soil testing. They can advise you where to get the test and who to use to make sure that you get the most accurate results. Preparing the soil also includes caring for the soil. A test will determine what it lacks and how you can set your seedling up to thrive before they even hit the soil.
Get that soil ready.
Now it is time to work that soil. This is one step in the process of preparing that you need to get some tools out. Using a sharp shovel or rake to remove all the dead or not so well grass is the most important part of this step. Walk around the whole lawn, remove the dead or brown grass along with any stones and debris. Also, bring in some soil to fill any holes then work the land to break up any soil that is compacted. The goal is to prepare the lawn to be ready for a lawn care service to be able to come in and plant the seed with ease.
Once your lawn is prepared for seed, it is time to let the professional get to work. They may require a few steps to also complete their seeding process, but completing the steps above will surely get that lawn prepared and ready for that grow to thrive quickly.
So how do you prepare your lawn for seeding?
Waiting till the time is just right.
Making sure that the time is just right for planting seeds is essential in making sure that the end product will be successful. Grass seed has two different seasons of grass that you can plant. Cooler seasons grass and warm season grass. They sound exactly what you think they are for. If using cooler seasons grass plant in the cooler months, if you have decided on a warm season grass then the seed needs to go down in warmer months. Each of the types offers different species of grass that grow differently. Typically the decision is made depending on the climate that you live in, but sometimes there are expectations to the rule. Always think about this first when you are deciding on just the right time to start your process.
Selecting the right grass seed.
There are different species of grass in each type. You want to make sure that part of your prep process if making sure that you have the right seed for your lawn. Talking to your lawn care service is a wonderful part of this process. They will work to help you decide on the species and may even give you a few tips on the prep while working with you.
Testing that soil, make sure its right.
This is another step that you can work with your lawn care service professionals on. Typically a lawn care service has a “go to” with the soil testing. They can advise you where to get the test and who to use to make sure that you get the most accurate results. Preparing the soil also includes caring for the soil. A test will determine what it lacks and how you can set your seedling up to thrive before they even hit the soil.
Get that soil ready.
Now it is time to work that soil. This is one step in the process of preparing that you need to get some tools out. Using a sharp shovel or rake to remove all the dead or not so well grass is the most important part of this step. Walk around the whole lawn, remove the dead or brown grass along with any stones and debris. Also, bring in some soil to fill any holes then work the land to break up any soil that is compacted. The goal is to prepare the lawn to be ready for a lawn care service to be able to come in and plant the seed with ease.
Once your lawn is prepared for seed, it is time to let the professional get to work. They may require a few steps to also complete their seeding process, but completing the steps above will surely get that lawn prepared and ready for that grow to thrive quickly.
