These grasses thrive in southern and western regions and up into the transition zone's southern reaches. Whether you grow cool- or warm-season grasses, timing your seeding to take advantage of your grass type's natural periods of peak growth helps seed germinate and establish quickly.
Your seed gets off to the best possible start and gets on track for both short- and long-term success. Several distinct advantages make fall the best time to plant cool-season grass seed. In early autumn, the soil is still warm from months of summer sun. This combination of warm soil, moderate daytime temperatures and cool evenings encourages fast germination and establishment of newly sown cool-season grass seed. Cool-season grass seed germinates best when soil temperatures reach 50 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit.
An inexpensive soil thermometer, available at garden stores and online retailers, can help eliminate the guesswork. The farther north you live, the earlier cool fall temperatures and ideal planting times come.
For example, Minnesotans in the Upper Midwest seed cool-season lawns from mid-August to mid-September. As a general rule, plant cool-season grass seed at least 45 days before the estimated date of your first fall frost, before soil and air temperatures drop to less favorable levels.
Your grasses will enjoy a full fall season, plus a second cool growing season come spring. Your local county extension agent can help with advice on average frost dates and optimal timing for seeding lawns in your area.
Newly planted seed needs consistent soil moisture, and fall planting offers benefits on that front, too. Fall typically brings more precipitation, which lessens the chance that cool-season seeds may dry out, and reduces the need for extra watering on your part.
Using premium drought-tolerant, water-conserving grass seed products, such as Pennington Smart Seed and Pennington One Step Complete , lowers the risk of problems even more. The second best time to seed cool-season lawn grasses is in the spring, once soil and air temperatures warm back up to their optimal range. Pennington One Step Complete products combine premium seed with a stabilized-release fertilizer and wood mulch to simplify lawn repairs.
Better seed yields better lawns. Always use grasses recommended for your regional climate and choose top-quality grass seed you can depend on. Pennington Smart Seed products provide premium grass seed appropriate for sun, shade or high-traffic areas in lawns in northern or southern regions.
Three-in-one Pennington Lawn Booster combines superior Smart Seed varieties with premium-grade fertilizer and soil enhancer. Apply seed at label-recommended overseeding rates, using the lawn spreader that suits the job. Use drop or broadcast spreaders for large lawns and handheld spreaders for smaller areas. For small spots, simply seed from your hand. Work when the air is calm, so seed distributes evenly. Starter fertilizer, such as Pennington Ultragreen Starter Fertilizer , delivers essential nutrients for new grass.
Phosphorus supports vigorous root growth, while nitrogen fuels top growth and greening. Some states and counties restrict phosphorus lawn fertilizers due to environmental concerns regarding runoff, but exceptions may be made for new seedings. Check with your local county extension agent about nutrient application restrictions. Newly overseeded lawns need consistent moisture. Keep seed and soil moist with frequent, light waterings twice a day for the first four days; water more heavily every other day for the next five days; then water as needed to prevent wilting.
This encourages deep, healthy roots. Keep your newly revived lawn looking its best with a regular, comprehensive maintenance plan that includes diligent watering, best mowing practices and proactive overseeding. A simple weekday lawn maintenance schedule can keep your lawn lush and your weekends free. Professional lawn service also have more advanced equipment than most homeowners. Tools like de-thatchers, power rakes, and slit seeders get the job done quickly, accurately, and more effectively than you can with a rake and a seed spreader.
Ensuring that the job is done right the first time is often well worth the investment. Regardless of your approach, overseeding is an easy and effective way to give your lawn a boost and help it look great for years to come. Need Help? Call Looking to overseed your lawn? Learn how and when to overseed your grass with this handy guide. Check out our Overseeding Lawn Care Guide for more. What is Overseeding? Why Overseed Your Lawn?
When to Overseed Your Lawn The best time to overseed your lawn depends on where you live. Step One: Prep Seed germination and establishment requires good contact of seed with soil. Step Two: Seed When choosing seed, be sure to select the right seed for your region of the country and for your yard conditions, and follow the package directions on your chosen grass seed.
Step Three: Watering and Maintenance Watering is one of the most important aspects of successful overseeding. Once a grass plant grows tall enough and begins producing seed, most of the energy of that plant goes from rooting and spreading into seed production.
In other words, producing seed is more important to the plant than spreading rhizomes and stolens. As more and more energy is required for seeding, the grass plant begins to absorb nutrients from the soil at an accelerated rate. While the idea of free grass seed produced naturally from uncut lawn seems intriguing, in reality this is not a good idea and should be avoided.
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June 1, by: Skylar Christensen. Allowing Grass to Seed Thins Lawn and Wastes Nutrients Another reason not to let your grass go to seed is because it could actually thin it out instead of thickening it.
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