Tip: New lawns need about twice as much seed as overseeding. The best times to seed are early fall and spring when soil temps are 50-65°F.
Seeding Settings
Seeding Rates (lbs per 1,000 sq ft)
Tall Fescue
8 lbs
4 lbs
Kentucky Bluegrass
3 lbs
1.5 lbs
Perennial Ryegrass
8 lbs
4 lbs
Fine Fescue
5 lbs
2.5 lbs
Bermuda
2 lbs
1 lb
Zoysia
2 lbs
1 lb
Seeding Tips
- Prepare soil: rake smooth, remove debris, add starter fertilizer
- Use a spreader for even coverage - half in one direction, half perpendicular
- Lightly rake seed into top 1/4" of soil
- Keep soil moist (not soggy) until grass is 3" tall
- First mow when grass reaches 3-4 inches
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