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Grass Seeding Lawns

Good preparation is usually the key to success. It is very important to prepare the soil adequately before grass seeding lawns.

Clear the area to be seeded, of any weeds, old grass, nettles, waste, or anything that could cause damage to the lawns growth.

If necessary treat with a non-residual herbicide to kill off all growth. Dig or fork over the soil to a depth of about 15cm (approx.6") removing any stones or weeds.

Then rake over the soil until roughly level and allow this to settle for a week.

Rake over the site again to remove any new weeds and form a seed bed to sow the seeds over. The soil particles should ideally be the size of biscuit crumbs. Firm the soil down by treading the site evenly and then rake until level.

Choose a grass seed to suit your requirements, many types are available at your local garden centre.

Sow the seed (either in Spring or early Autumn). Shake the box to ensure seeds are well mixed - a guideline is one handful of seed per square metre or yard. If you use less it will take longer for your lawn to establish.

Scatter evenly moving left to right, top to bottom and then lightly rake the seeded area to partially cover the seed (to a depth of 0.5cm - approx. 1/4" - is fine). Most of the seed left on top will still germinate.

New grass seedlings will appear over the next 7- 21 days depending on the weather. Remember to water the seeds if it is dry with a 'fine rose' watering can or sprinkler to keep them moist.

It is a good idea to spread a net over the area your new lawn is growing on, to protect it from birds or other animals.

Once the grass has reached a height of around 3", you can cut it down to about half this height. Lightly rake of the loose cuttings, and then repeat this sequence until the lawn is well established.