GRASS & GRASS SEED | Lawn Care Maintenance & Tips

How to Overseed a Thin, Southern or Patchy Lawn

Homeowners overseed an existing lawn for two main reasons: To thicken and improve the appearance of a thin or patchy

1. Prepare the soil The soil must first be tilled by plowing and disking, or by using a rotary tiller.

You probably treasure the lawn care “off season” as a time of rest and relaxation. Now, you get to gaze

Grass seed is sold in two types of assortments: mixtures and straight species. Choose the type depending on what you

All grass seed may look alike, but there’s a world of difference in results. And once the seed is sown,

Grass seed labels are strictly governed by law which dictates how information must be displayed. This information gives you what

Of all the weeds, crabgrass is the most notorious – and for a weed, that is a bad thing. In

The first established homes in the United States had either packed dirt or a mixture of flowers and other native

Small dead spots in the lawn may be made by dogs urinating, fertilizer or chemical spills, contruction, weather damage or

Summer heat and drought usually cause thin brown spots in the lawn. Luckily, fall is the best time to seed

So, you need a new lawn. This year you’ve decided to start over with new grass, or you’ve recently built

What you’ll need garden hose rake spreader straw (or other mulch cover) Perform a soil test (you can skip this

Whether you are replanting an entire lawn from seed or patching a few bare spots in your lawn, there are

Selecting the right grass for your seeding project should not be a difficult task. If you know what you want

What you’ll need pruning shears rake seed spreader straw (or other mulch cover) If a shady area of your lawn