Now is the time to get your lawn in shape! Indeed, the moderate daytime temperatures and warm soil of fall allows grass seed to germinate quickly. As a result, by late October your newly seeded lawn will be fresh, thick and ready to survive winter.
5 Easy Steps for Planting Grass Seed:
- First, give the lawn a good raking. Remove dead grass and weeds.
- Next, loosen soil wherever possible and mix in a premium lightweight top soil.
- Then, apply the seed mix that best suits your conditions. Our experts are here to help you choose the correct seed and also provide tips for easy application.
- Afterward, cover the newly spread seed with another thin layer of lightweight topsoil. It’s important to keep the seed moist; therefore, be sure to check for water daily.
- Finally, fertilize the entire lawn now and again in late October with a fall lawn fertilizer.
Great Products for Fall Lawn Care
Fall Magic™ Grass Seed: This grass seed repairs summer damage and provides an attractive, thicker, greener lawn all year long. It can be used on established lawns or alternatively to start a new lawn in shade and sun areas.
Winter Survival Fall Fertilizer: This fall and winter feeding formula keeps your lawn greener later into the year becuase it contains 30% slow release nitrogen.
Lime: Fall is the best time to apply lime to your lawn. Lime is used to raise the pH of soil if necessary; in fact, if your soil is below the desired range of 6.2 to 6.8 (6.5 is optimum), a proper pH will help the grass better absorb fertilizer, which in turn leads to a healthier lawn with fewer weeds and fungus.
We Offer Free pH Soil Testing
Bring a ½ cup of completely dry soil to our Lawn & Garden Information Desk any time for a free pH soil test while you wait. Learn more.
Have more questions about Fall seeding? Then stop by our Garden Information Desk to speak in-person with one of our lawn care experts, or alternatively, call us at 516-334-0066 or email HicksInfo@HicksNurseries.com. We’re always happy to help!
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