The How To On Replacing Dead Grass After The Bitter Cold Season

Cold Season is finally over so let’s take a look at your grass to see what damage has been done. Be alert to see if you have any dead grass patches or spots in your lawn. So…did you find any dead spots? Curious on where those dead spots came from? Well, dead spots can come from different influences by your house and yard; you might have a a dog or cat urinating on the grass, creatures of all sorts burrowing in the grass, or even previous dry spells can cause it. Additionally your grass could also get fungal diseases, which can be another cause of those dead spots. How about some extra help? We have 6 easy tips to help you get back on track for those patches on your grass. Or you can run on in and ask our capable employees at Malone Home Center in Greenville for help in getting your grassy lawn back into full greenness.

 

6 Tips:

Step 1: You might need to invest in some new grass seed for the type of grass you have in your lawn. There are many species available. Brand-new seed should benefit and help support new growth and produce new green grass. Call us at Malone Home Center in Greenville and allow us help you find the right seed for your grass. Once you have the seed, rake or dig up any lifeless spots and any other areas in your yard, before laying down seed. Read step 2.

Step 2: While clearing the dead spots and fragments be sure to dig up the top soil (about 2 inches) of the area(s). Never just put grass seed on top of a hard surface with no evident organic soil there. Seeds need organic matter, as well as, loose soil to squeeze into and also to receive water.

Step 3: After You’ve finished step 2, throw grass seed on the loosened soil evenly, next make sure to push down on top of the seeds to double-check that they are in their new organic, loosened soil, and ready to spout some new grass.

Step 4: Acquire some fertilizer, fertilizer can help especially after a prolonged winter, and specially if you are noticing chunks of dead grass. Using a spreader will help spread out the fertilizer steadily through your yard. Lawn Fertilizer should easily support the grass growth.

Step 5: After laying down fertilizer and seed, you will want to put mulch, hay (straw), or compost on those spots. This slows down the evaporation on the new grass that is thriving, this also helps if there is a flood or a washout. Just like any plant you will want to water this area daily.

Step 6: If it’s sultry and hot outside, wet with water in the seeded areas at least twice daily. When your grass starts looking lively, and green, it is recommended to slow down the watering to once every few days.

After awhile you will soon start to notice that the dead grass spots are gone and brand-new healthy grass has sprouted. You will want to rake up the mulch or hay from your yard once the brand-new lively grass is as tall as your other grass. This action will also safeguard your lawn mower when you go to mow your yard. You might want to wait at least 1-2 months before you mow the spots of new grass. The grass blade should reach 3-3.5 inches after six-eight weeks before mowing.

By ensuing these steps and acquiring the right tools for your yard, it should be the most yearned yard in the area. Our store is thrilled to guide you in adding curb appeal to your yard! We at Malone Home Center in Greenville can aid you through the step-by-step actions and finding you the right items to generate and help make your lawn a cut-above the rest. Call us if you have questions at (270) 338-3252.