A Green Lawn for the Winter
October 6, 2009
For a number of years it has been customary for homeowners to want a green lawn in the fall and winter. To accomplish the rich, green and lush looking lawn, they overseed their lawns with annual rye grass or some other type of grass. With the emphasis this year on water conservation, a green lawn may not be entirely politically correct. However, for a seller who wants to enhance the curb appeal of a property, overseeding is an inexpensive way to create an attractive appearance.
So, if you want to rejuvenate an old and tired lawn, now is the time to prepare the present lawn and spread the seed. The cooler temperatures provide favorable conditions that allow the seed to germinate.
Before planting, you need to scalp your lawn by mowing the existing grass to less than one inch above the soil. Running a pronged rake over the surface can also help to create small trenches for the seeds. It is critical after spreading the seed, to keep the lawn moist for approximately three weeks - while the seeds are germinating and getting rooted. You can rest from your mowing chores for the first three weeks plus an additional three to four weeks so as not to uproot the new seedlings. (six to eight weeks total should allow the seeds to develop good roots.) It is critical not to allow these tender seedlings to dry out.
Obviously, you must pay attention to the development of the lawn if you want good results.
We are not yet at a place where brown lawns are valued for their water conservation. IN the meantime, the winter grasses give a very desirable appearance to the most tired lawn.
For a number of years it has been customary for homeowners to want a green lawn in the fall and winter. To accomplish the rich, green and lush looking lawn, they overseed their lawns with annual rye grass or some other type of grass. With the emphasis this year on water conservation, a green lawn may not be entirely politically correct. However, for a seller who wants to enhance the curb appeal of a property, overseeding is an inexpensive way to create an attractive appearance.
So, if you want to rejuvenate an old and tired lawn, now is the time to prepare the present lawn and spread the seed. The cooler temperatures provide favorable conditions that allow the seed to germinate.
Before planting, you need to scalp your lawn by mowing the existing grass to less than one inch above the soil. Running a pronged rake over the surface can also help to create small trenches for the seeds. It is critical after spreading the seed, to keep the lawn moist for approximately three weeks - while the seeds are germinating and getting rooted. You can rest from your mowing chores for the first three weeks plus an additional three to four weeks so as not to uproot the new seedlings. (six to eight weeks total should allow the seeds to develop good roots.) It is critical not to allow these tender seedlings to dry out.
Obviously, you must pay attention to the development of the lawn if you want good results.
We are not yet at a place where brown lawns are valued for their water conservation. IN the meantime, the winter grasses give a very desirable appearance to the most tired lawn.
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