When you realize muddy patches have taken over your yard after a wet winter and spring, you may wonder if there’s any hope left for your lawn. Bring it back to life by planting grass from seed. In South and West Austin, this yard care task can be accomplished on your own, as long as you keep some important points in mind. Check our tips below to grow a lawn you love from scratch!
Our Yard Care Guide For Planting Grass Seed
If you’ve never planted grass from seed before or struggled with this aspect of yard care in the past, here’s our guide to success:
- Time it right. Seed can’t be planted at any random time. It’s important to target the right growing season for your grass type. Warm season grasses should be planted when daytime temperatures reach around 80 degrees, while cool season grasses will thrive best in the cooler temperatures of early spring or fall.
- Carefully prepare the area. Objects like stones and sticks, as well as dips and dents in soil, can hamper grass growth. Remove these obstacles to pave the way to smooth growth. Additionally, check the pH of your soil and balance it if needed. Our soil pH balancing service can be of assistance in this area.
- Evenly plant and cover seed. You may want to use a spreader to make sure seed is planted uniformly. After distributing the seed, cover it with a light layer of topsoil about 1/4 of an inch thick.
- Keep soil moist as the seed sprouts. Moist soil is a must, but soil should never be soggy. Too much water can actually drown and damage seed. Aim to mist the soil a few times a day for the right level of moisture.
Our Professional Yard Care in South and West Austin
After successfully planting grass, you can turn to our lawn care team in South and West Austin for help with keeping your turf healthy! We offer a diverse range of services that target the different needs of your lawn at different stages and seasons of the year.
Learn more about our yard care services in:
- South and West Austin
- West Lake Hills
- Barton Creek
- Bee Cave
- And throughout the surrounding area
Keep your lawn healthy after growing it from seed. Contact us to get started with yard care in South and West Austin!
