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Eight Quick Steps For Planting A New Lawn


1. Prepare seed bed by removing debris and large rocks, then tilling to a dept of 4-6"
2. Smooth soil by raking or dragging
3. Spread recommended fertilizer for your particular soil condition
4. Sow seed evenly
5. Incorporate seed and fertilizer into soil at 1/3" to 1/2" with very light raking
6. Roll surface with medium weight roller to firm soil around seeds
7. Keep surface moist with frequent light watering. Seed will not germinate in dry soil
8. Mow when new plants are approximately 3" tall. Set mower on high setting, approximately 2" until new lawn is established

 

- Barenbrug

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