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Picture the sunny, bright cottage scenes we often see in movies and books– A warm residence basking in the sun, a sprawling lawn with green grass.
Well, that’s how the necessity of a lush green lawn has been marketed across the globe – and why not, having a porch covered in green grass is a dream for many homeowners.
But to achieve this dream, let’s not forget the basic question– How to sow grass seed on the lawn? If you’re stuck with this too, here’s everything you need to know.
Grow Grass By Throwing Seeds?
One of the easiest ways to build a lawn is to start with some grass. Yep, it’s easy.
But can you grow grass by throwing in some seeds on your lawn? Not exactly!
Let’s start by scattering grass seeds on your lawn without covering them. It will definitely lead to visible grass growth within a few days. However, it would be patchy since we can’t guarantee birds pecking on it or worse, seeds drying out.
So there goes your dream of having a perfectly lush lawn full of green grass, the most exciting spot to chill on your summer evenings and winter mornings.
Building A Lawn With Grass: Hack 101
Here are the steps to follow to build a lush green lawn step by step:
#1. To ensure a proper and uniform grass growth covering all the lawn space perfectly, you need to ensure that the seeds are in direct contact with the soil.
#2. Following the good old gardening hack, the land needs to be cleared of all thatch and other unwanted weeds before preparing to sow the seeds.
#3. Do not forget to cover the scattered seeds with a light layer of soil or good quality compost.
#4. Adding compost will help the soil retain its moisture level, making germination happen faster.
#5. Seeds drying up faster before the sapling comes out? Worry not and start watering the land regularly.
Cautions To Take Before Building A Lawn
Well, with all the steps having been said, it is equally important to take note of a handful of precautions before expecting a lush green garden before you.
-The perfect timing for sowing grass seeds is early autumn or mid-spring.
-This is the moment when the soil is warm and there is plenty of moisture in the air.
-Gently water the seeds to avoid them washing away or drifting apart unnecessarily. A fine spray should just be fine.
-Try overseeding once the first crop of grass has grown. It’ll help to give a more lush growth of the grass
Here you go, the perfect way to build your green lawn! Let us know if there’s another hack for that perfect front garden!