- 1). Plant the correct grass seed for your climate following the USDA hardiness zone map. Certain types of grass are recommended for different areas of the country. For example, plant St. Augustine grass in a warmer climate, or Kentucky bluegrass in a colder one.
- 2). Even out the ground before planting the seeds. Uneven soil allows water to form puddles in lower areas, washing away or drowning the seeds before they have a chance to sprout.
- 3). Plant the grass seed in either the spring or the fall. These seasons are cooler and damp, and are not optimal conditions for grass-growing. Summer is too warm, and winter is too cold for the grass seed to take root properly.
- 4). Plant 16 to 20 seeds per square inch. Placing too many seeds close together prevents the blades of grass from getting enough sunlight and water. Putting too few seeds in a spot leaves your lawn with areas that are thin, without enough grass.
- 5). Avoid weed killer before and after planting grass seed. Wait until the grass is 3 to 4 inches to begin spraying weed killer to eliminate crabgrass and dandelions.
- 6). Keep the soil moist. Grass seeds require a lot of water to sprout and grow. Water them daily for 30 minutes, being careful not to overwater.
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