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Selecting a grass seed is far from just
a hit-or-miss proposition. Using the incorrect seed can cause a range
of problems. Turf that’s thin and weak, excessively
worn, weed-infested, or just not growing are some examples of the
consequences of choosing the incorrect seed. Ask yourself these questions about the
area to be seeded. How much sun? Is it mostly in
the hot, dry sun? About half in
the sun and half in the shade? Mostly in the
shade? All in the shade, and nothing seems to grow? What type of use
will it get? Is it going to
be a showplace of beauty or a playground for the kids and their friends? Something to
just look good and keep weeds and dust away? Your dog’s
territory? Do you like
spending a lot of time tending the lawn or do you like spending as little
time as possible? All of the above factors must be
weighed when choosing a seed. You see, our nursery carries
specific grass seeds for specific conditions. For example, Sun & Shade will do well in areas
that receive both sun and shade, Dense Shade for shady areas, High Traffic
for play areas and a low maintenance lawn, Kentucky Bluegrass for a
picture-perfect lawn. So take time and examine the various
types of seeds available. Making the right choice before planting will
produce a lawn that will look its best and suit your every
need. Small area need
fixing? Check out a Lawn Repair product. It’s seed,
fertilizer and mulch all in
one. Perfect for repairing small, worn-out areas of lawn. If your dog has caused the damage by
doing what he’s trained to do, try Magic Start or Encap
Dog Repair. They are specially formulated to repair grass damage caused by dog urine.
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The most important step in establishing
a new lawn is preparation. Whether you plan on seeding or sodding, establishing a good foundation definitely pays
off. A soil test is an excellent idea.
This will help you determine the pH of your soil so you’ll know
what to add to it. Our nursery experts can recommend the proper
treatment. All existing weeds and other vegetation
must be cleared away. An easy way to do it is with a
Kleen Up product such as Roundup,
non-selective vegetation killers. They will destroy anything they
contact, so care must be exercised in their use. After applying mow the
dead lawn area very close and bag up the clippings. Rototill a 2-inch layer
of organic material such as peat moss or cow manure into the soil,
loosening the soil to a depth of six to eight inches. Level the soil with a rake,
and be sure to remove any stones, boards or other debris. This is especially true when preparing
a lawn at a newly- constructed home. Finally, rake a Seed Starter product into
the soil. Seed should be sown with a drop-type or hand-held spreader.
Lightly rake the seed into the top quarter-inch of soil. Cover the seeded
area with a thin layer of straw. Some grasses germinate faster than others. For example, a
Perennial Rye grass might germinate in 5-14 days, while a Kentucky Bluegrass can
take up to 28 days. Keep the area moist at all times, for two reasons.
New seedlings require plenty of moisture, and moist straw will be less likely
to blow away. As the roots become established, gradually decrease the
frequency of watering. The new grass can be mowed when it reaches a height of
approximately three inches. |
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