blueman wrote:
I have a relatively small lawn (maybe 5 thousand square feet spread
across a couple of patches) that has developed seemingly more brown
than green spots, including a bit of a mat of dead grass.

....


- Finally, is this the right order of operations:
Aerate
Dethatch
Fertilize/lime
Seed/overseed
Water
Water
Water...

Thanks


No you missed the first step.

Find out what the problem is. You are trying to fix half a dozen
different problems none of which may be the one causing the problem.

I have seen many people who like to use all of your operations, but get
little results because the problem may be the way they mow the grass. The
most common lawn problem where I live is mowing too short. Everyone seems
to think that because putting greens are mowed short, that is the answer to
a good looking lawn..... Not.

I suggest getting the soil tested as a good start. You local county
extension office should be able to help you with this and likely many great
suggestions for your area. What works in my area might kill the grass in
yours.



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Joseph Meehan

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