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•     Available in a 1-ounce pack

How to make a lawn grow easily

Everyone dreams of having a perfect lawn. There is nothing better than looking at a lush green lawn from your front door. But you don't have to be a landscaper to get the lawn of your dreams. Whether you start with seeds or sod, the important thing is to have proper planning and good soil.

Part 1 Prepare the lawn

1
Choose which herb is the most suitable for your climate. Depending on where you live, you will do better with some varieties of herbs than others. Herbs fall into two basic categories: the warm season and the cold season. [1]

• Warm season grasses are able to survive a harsh summer and tend to do well in tropical areas and in climatic zones such as the southern states of the United States. Choose varieties like Bermuda, San Agustín, and Kikuyo. [two]
• Cold season grasses withstand cold much better than warm season grasses. They can tolerate freezing temperatures and some drought. Don't expect them to survive the heat or go more than 4 weeks without water. For example, Kentucky bluegrass is a well-known cool-season herb. [3]

2
Determine the best time to start. If you opt for a warm season herb, plant it in late spring. If you choose a cool season herb, plant it in late summer or early fall. [4]

• If you're going to plant from sod, the time of year doesn't matter much, but summer can still be very hot.

3
Test the soil. Before you start planting the grass, you must make sure that the soil is in good condition. A good idea is to test the soil . This test will allow you to know the amount and type of fertilizer you should use. [5]

• It is difficult to modify the soil of an established lawn. [6]
• If you need to add fertilizer, apply it to the first 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm). [7]

4
Prepare the soil. This is a crucial step. Soil preparation is the most important part of ensuring healthy lawn growth. The goal is for the soil to be loose, rich in organic matter and able to retain moisture while draining it properly. [8]

• Clear the area of ​​weeds, rocks, and roots. With the help of a shovel, dig up any large objects that are in the area where you are going to plant the grass. Make sure to completely remove the roots of the weed. [9]
• You may need to use a chemical herbicide to completely kill the weed. If so, check the manufacturer's instructions for how much to use. [10]
• Plow the soil by hand or a rototiller, depending on the size of the area. This is the ideal opportunity to incorporate compost or other nutrients into the soil. [eleven]
• Add gypsum to the soil to improve drainage. [12]

5
Level the area. Once you've finished clearing and plowing the area, it's ready to be leveled. Use a rake and smooth the entire area. Fill in the low spots and break up the remaining lumps. [13]

• While you are leveling the area, it is a good idea to leave a slope away from the foundation of the house. Leaving a slope will help avoid water runoff problems in the future. [14]

Part 2 Grow a lawn from seed

1
Spread the seeds. Set the seed spreader to the recommended speed and fill it with half the seeds. To ensure better coverage, first run it in one direction over the entire lawn. Then fill the spreader with the remaining seeds and pass it through the starting direction. Consider making a crisscross pattern over the area. [fifteen]

• You can re-cover the entire area with an empty spreader to ensure that there is good contact between the seeds and the soil. [16]

2
Fertilize the soil. Once you've planted the entire area, add a little peat moss to the soil to establish the seeds and help them retain moisture. With the help of a cage roller, apply a thin layer of peat moss on the seeds. [17]

• This layer of compost will help keep the seeds moist during germination. It also protects them from birds and will limit their movement in the event of heavy rain. [18]

3
Water the seeds. Perhaps the best way to water them is to use an oscillating sprinkler. If you have access to multiple sprinklers, place them in various parts of your yard to wet the entire area. [19]

• For best results, water the seeds 2 to 3 times a day for 5 to 10 minutes for the first 8 to 10 days. During this period, it is essential that the seeds are kept moist. You should not water them excessively, as the objective is to stimulate germination. Water in the morning to reduce the chances of evaporation. [twenty]
• Don't use a harsh spray when watering a freshly seeded lawn. You run the risk of choking the seeds or pushing them away. [twenty-one]
• When watering your lawn, take into account the potential rainfall in your area. You should also take the amount of rain into account, and try to apply 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water per week. [22]
• If you live in an area prone to heavy rains, you could lose some seeds. However, the rain must be strong enough to move the soil before it can displace the seeds. [2. 3]

4
Trim new grass. Once the grass has reached 3-4 inches (7-10 cm), it's time to prune it. Check that the soil is dry when you prune it. If it's wet, you could rip the grass off the ground. [24]


Part 3 Growing a lawn from sod

1
Buy your sod. Growing a lawn from sod is much more expensive than growing from seed, but it is much faster. Turf, which comes in rolls, is an herb that has been cultivated for a little over a year. The roots hold the strips together, allowing you to lay long strips above the prepared soil. [25]

• You can plant sod in almost any season, but if you plan to plant sod in the summer, be sure to water it thoroughly. [26]
• Keep the sod moist and cool while you work with it. Keep a spray bottle handy to keep it from drying out. [27]

2
Get the grass the same day you plan to lay it. The grass will start to spoil and die quickly if you put it aside, so you should plan its placement on the day you buy it. Also, make sure you only buy the amount you can install in a single day. Then water it a little, cover it with jute and keep it in a shady area until you are ready to use it.

• Keep your lawn cool and damp while you work with it. Keep a spray bottle on hand to keep it from drying out. [28]

3
Lay out the first row. Start by laying the sod along the longest straight edge of your patio, usually by a fence or driveway. Do not walk on the sod while laying it and if you do, smooth the tracks with a rake. [29]

• Cut off excess sod with a sharp knife and reserve for uneven corners. [30]
• Make sure the turf is smooth as you install it. It should be spread out against the ground, so that the roots are well fixed. [31]

4
Keep the sod tight. As you begin to install the sod, avoid leaving gaps between each strip of sod. The sod should be snug close to hard surfaces (such as pavement or brick) so that the edges do not dry out. [32]

• Cut off the middle of the second strip of sod when you lay it down. Doing so will allow you to create staggered joints, similar to bricks. In this way, the joints will be less visible and the edges will not dry out. [33]

5
Water while you work. New sod needs to be kept moist. Once you've laid the first rows, water the sod well. Pause to check the humidity every two to three rows. [3. 4]

• Pay close attention to the edges, as they can dry quickly. [35]

6
Fill the gaps. Although it is best to keep the strips of sod tight together, there may still be some gaps. Instead of using small strips of sod that will dry very quickly, fill in the spaces with potting soil or peat. [36]

7
Use a lawn roller to compress the lawn. Once you have laid out all the grass rows, roll over them that is full with water or sand. This will flatten the grass and firmly compress it to the surface.

8
Water the sod one last time. Once you've finished laying the last strip of sod, wet the grass. [37]

• Water the sod until the soil underneath is soaked. Not only will this allow the roots to establish faster, but it will also ensure that the sod is too wet to walk over. [38]
• Avoid heavy traffic for the first two weeks, as this could disturb the sod and prevent the formation of solid roots. After two weeks, it will be safe to prune it. [39]

Tips

• Fertilize after mowing the lawn for the first time. Regardless of whether you started with seeds or sod, it is important to keep your lawn fertilized.
• Grass poop has different requirements. Pay attention to the specific needs of the herb you have chosen.
• If you lose seeds due to heavy rain, smooth the soil when it dries and add more seeds.

Things you will need

• sod or grass seeds;
• a fertilizer;
• peat;
• a rake;
• a shovel;
• a hose or a sprinkler;
• a seed spreader;
• gloves.