STEPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL LAWN

SUN: 6-8 hours of direct full sun is required for optimal growth.

  SOIL: A well-drained, loamy soil with neutral pH(7.0 is best). If you are unsure of your soil's pH just bring in a soil sample to any of our locations for free testing to determine if you will need to add lime and how much you will need. To take a sample of soil; use a clean trowel, go down about 2 inches-to the root level, remove a small sample and place it in a small bag. To get an overall result, it is ok to take samples throughout the lawn and combine them. Have samples of problem areas tested separately. 

GRASS SEED: A blend of perennial Rye and Fescue with a small amount of Bluegrass is best. For new lawns, 50 lbs. of seed covers 10,000 sq. ft. For overseeding 50 lbs. covers 20,000 sq. ft. Always cover with straw or hay after evenly seeding. The coverage helps keep the soil moist to aid germination of the seed, it makes it harder for the birds to devour the seeds, and when it breaks down it actually feeds the lawn.

  WATER: Soak well early in the day to avoid evaporation in the hot sun and fungus on wet grass overnight.

  MOW: Always with a sharp blade after grass is 4 inches tall. Try to mow more often, cutting less off the grass than usual (about 1 inch) each time.

  FERTILIZE: Use a natural lawn fertilizer like The Old Farmer's Almanac Lawn Food. It is non-burning and can be applied when you seed. It is best to wait until May to apply any chemical fertilizers.