That depends on the fertilizer product. Each type of product is applied at varying intervals according to the product label specifications for a successful new lawn.
All-purpose fertilizers can be purchased at most home and garden centers, and are safe to apply at the same time as grass seed. Popular all-purpose fertilizer includes or It may be packaged under various names by different suppliers, but you should see this breakdown on the bag.
These numbers represent the percent of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium that are contained in the mixture. An application of approximately five pounds of fertilizer per 1, square feet of lawn, or one 50 pound bag for every 10, square feet of lawn, is appropriate. Higher concentrations of nitrogen are not recommended unless they are raked into the soil, where they will not burn tender new shoots.
Different types of seed may require higher or lower amounts of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, depending on which area of the world you live in, and soil type the seed will be planted in. If you have a hard clay soil, an application of Nutrasoft , a commercial soil softener, along with one inch of peat moss worked into the top one inch of soil will help to loosen the lawn, allowing deeper grass root structures to develop. Apply a nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium starter fertilizer at a rate of one-half pound per 25 square feet of lawn area.
Measure out the total amount of fertilizer needed to cover the entire planting site. Park a drop spreader over a hard surface near the planting site. Calibrate the spreader to one-half the rate, since you will be spreading the fertilizer in two equal portions. Pour one-half of the fertilizer into the spreader. Start spreading fertilizer at one corner of the planting site.
Push the drop spreader back and forth in horizontal rows, working your way across the entire site. Overlap the spreader's wheels on the outer wheel track of the previous row to ensure even coverage. This is an important concept to keep in mind as you shop for grass seed. In addition to selecting the grass seed variety fescue, ryegrass, Kentucky Blue grass, etc Always purchase the best quality grass seed, not only will it outperform regular grass seeds, it will be weed free and produce a healthier, thick lush lawn.
All GreenView Fairway Formula Grass Seeds are top quality grass seed which are specially bred for disease and insect resistance and drought tolerance. Turfgrasses are divided up into cool season or warm season grasses. The cool season grasses grow well in the cooler regions of the northern United States and grow best in temperatures from 65 deg. Warm season grasses are adapted to the warm and humid climates of the southern United States, growing best at temperatures between 80 deg.
There is a transition zone where both cool season and warm season grasses can co-exist. To determine the type of turfgrass that will thrive where you live refer to the U. National Arboretum website. 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.
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