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My lawn looks better than it ever has.
"No One" wrote:
It will be better next year, because I plan to overseed the backyard this fall. Newbie question - Does this mean you're just going to add seed to an existing lawn? I was planning on doing this to my lawn, but does the seed need to be watered to germinate? Everywhere I read says you need to water, but it isn't feasible for me to do with my lawn. Would it be a waste to overseed an existing lawn but not water it? The evil crabgrass seeds can sit in my lawn for a long time and be treated like dirt but they still germinate. Thanks. You might want to consider renting a slice seeder this late summer/early fall.(depending on where you live) They do a nice job of introducing the seed into the soil by slicing a groove thru the existing grass/thatch and soil. Ryan makes a decent one you can rent at most rental places, it's called the mataway overseeder. Use at least 4 and up to 10 lbs of seed per 1000 sq ft. Be sure to use a good starter fertilizer at exactly the label rate, when you seed. If you do it in the Fall, the crabgrass won't compete with your seedlings, and it will require -much less- watering or rainfall. Late August is a great time to do it here in N Ohio..your timing may vary, depending on where you live. hth |
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