All About Planting Grass Seed
We all love our lawns, even on those days we feel guilty with the amount of water we use to keep them beautiful and green. But on a hot day, there is nothing more refreshing to the eyes than a swath of cool green lawn.
Watch for these Problems
But sometimes when we look at our lawns we see, despite all our careful care and watering, a few bald spots. Heck – you may even see a few more bald spots than Uncle Hector of the amazing comb-over! And unlike Uncle Hector, you can’t just “comb-over” from the healthy green stuff growing all around that bald spot. You are going to need to do something, and it will involve planting grass seed along with some care to keep those tender little darlings from wilting before they grow strong enough to become a part of that wonderful expanse of lawn. I will give you a few tips about doing this as well as some tips on when to plant and the best ways to approach planting grass seed.
Combating Brown Spots
There are times when the spots outnumber the lawn and it is time for more drastic measures. This might be a good time to really think about the kind of lawn you have and if you need to be planting grass seed to change it to something that will thrive. There are many varieties available. If you are in a southern climate, planting Bermuda Grass Seed might be a good choice. If you are in a northern climate with cool seasons, planting fescue grass seed would be a better choice. Many people prefer a winter seasonal grass such as winter rye grass, which grows a lush winter lawn and is renewed each fall. If you are looking for a native grass that can withstand any weather, buffalo grass seed is an amazing choice. You only need to be planting grass seed once, and the runners take over, giving a strong durable lawn.
Planning is Always Good
Sometimes we take those lawns for granted, thinking they will just take care of themselves. But a little planning when you are planting grass seed, and in the end it will more than pay you back for the work. Your pleasure every time you walk across that lawn will grow because you know you helped to make it the beauty it is today.
