You will find that by spreading the seed, and then thoroughly raking the
ground, that 90% will be covered. Birds will always take some of the seed
and sowing quantities take this into account. For a small area black cotton
thread stretched across at intervals can be sufficient to frighten them.
Best Wishes
"David" wrote in message
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Can anyone give me a tip on how to sow new grass without the birds
eating all the seeds??