Naperville Lawn

In just a few days, you can have your green lawn! Naperville Lawn provides quality lawn seeding services that will get your yard looking great in no time. With a variety of grasses to choose from and different soil types, we are confident that we have the perfect solution for you. Whether you need a small patch or an entire backyard, our experienced team has got it covered. Contact us today to schedule your consultation with one of our specialists so they can answer any questions and help plan out the best course of action. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

WHAT IS LAWN SEEDING

Lawn seeding is the process of planting grass seed in a previously bare or weedy area. The goal of lawn seeding is to establish and maintain a healthy, attractive healthy lawn using natural turfgrass species. Lawns can be seeded by hand or with an automated system such as a drill, drop spreader, broadcast spreader, laser site measurer, and rotor-type applicator.

The process involves spreading grass seed over an existing lawn that has been raked into rows 1 inch apart and then lightly pressed down with the backside of your rake blade to ensure good contact between the surface soil and seeds. Then water thoroughly for 5 minutes at each application site you have just prepared. This helps wash away any weed seeds already present on the ground below. This process will ensure that the seed won’t be competing with weeds for nutrients and water but also gives it a chance to germinate successfully.

WHAT KIND OF SEED SHOULD YOU USE?

The best time to plant grass seed is in late summer or early fall when temperatures are warm enough to support new growth without a lot of stress. The second best time is in early spring after the threat of frost has passed but before the summer heat and drought set in.

There are a variety of ways to get your grass seed, such as buying it at a local garden center or home improvement store, getting some from neighbors who may not need theirs anymore, or simply asking your local mowing service if they have any leftovers from the previous season.

WHEN SHOULD YOU LAWN SEED?

The best time to plant new grass seed is in late summer or early fall when temperatures are warm enough to support new growth without a lot of stress. The second best time is in early spring after the threat of frost has passed but before the summer heat and drought set in.

There are a variety of ways to get your grass seeds, such as buying it at a local garden center or home improvement store, getting some from neighbors who may not need theirs anymore, or simply asking your local mowing service if they have any leftovers from the previous season.

HOW TO PREPARE MY YARD FOR SEEDING

Test Soil’s pH Level

Before planting, we need to make sure your soil is ready for it. Take a look around and see if there are any bare areas of the yard that you would like seeded or fertilized. If so, be sure to test the pH level first! The ideal range should fall somewhere between a neutral (pH) value of about seven and a slightly acidic value of about six. To test your soil’s pH level, grab a handful of dirt from the surface or dig into an area at least two inches deep and place it in a clean container with water for 24 hours.

Gather All The Materials You Need

While your soil is soaking, gather the materials you need for seeding. This includes new grass seedlings or fertilizer appropriate for your needs and area of the yard, a rake (or any other implement with which you would like to spread out the seeds), gloves to protect yourself from dirt getting under your nails as well as potentially harmful bacteria, safety glasses in case of any seeds or dirt flying into your face, and a hose.

Time to Sow

When you’re ready to get started, the first step is to rake up all dead leaves and debris from last season. This should be done carefully so as not to damage the soil moist beneath it. Next, water down your yard thoroughly until there is no standing water. Wait for the soil to absorb all of the water before moving on, but be sure that it isn’t so dry that there is dust or too much runoff when raked over.

CONCLUSION

Seeding your yard is a great way to patch up bare spots and add some fresh grass without needing too much time or money. Whether you’re looking to replace an existing patch that’s bare or trying to fill in a large area, this simple process is sure to help get the job done.