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Aerate vs. Dethatch vs. Overseed
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. -- Joseph Meehan Dia duit |
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Aerate vs. Dethatch vs. Overseed
"Joseph Meehan" writes:
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. Good point! I will investigate! |
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