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i just moved into a new home, complete with a muddy, bare lawn. being totally ignorant when it comes to growing anything, i don't know where to start. should i till, then plant seed, or should i seed, then till? please help!
Plants: 63 | From: Brandon, Manitoba | Registered: Apr 2004
| Seeded: 216.36.144.10
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Hi there, When we've planted a new grass area, my hubby and I have used seeds (we use a fescue blend for our area). First we tilled the area so the ground wasn't packed down too hard and leveled it out as much as we could. Then we spread the seed using one of those little seed sprayers (the kind you turn the crank on the side and they fling everywhere). Then we put down peat moss over the whole area making sure to cover it well. Then turn the sprinklers on and make sure it gets plenty of water. You'll want to make sure it gets lots of water the first couple of weeks. Once it starts really sprouting you can slowly go to a normal watering schedule. Then when its all pretty tall (5-6"), give it a haircut. That's how we've done it and its worked. Others might have better ideas so keep on checking back.
* * * * Women and cats will do as they please. Men and dogs should relax and get used to the idea. Plants: 766 | From: The real OC in sunny So. Cal. | Registered: Aug 2003
| Seeded: 216.114.206.2
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I would probably mow a bit sooner than gardengal did as you don't want to cut off so much at one time. However, you SHOULD mow at the very highest setting on your mower for a few times until your grass is better established.
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May the force be with you Plants: 1370 | From: Copper Hill, Virginia | Registered: Apr 2004
| Seeded: 65.130.86.225
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That's how we've done it and its worked. Others might have better ideas so keep on checking back. ![[muggs]](graemlins/mugggggs.gif)
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