You can plant grass seed anytime during the growing season, but doing so in fall takes advantage of cooler temperatures and milder sun.

The first thing to know about planting grass seed is that preparation is essential for a lush lawn. It does not matter whether you start a new lawn from seeds or fix that annoying bare spot or rough ...

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It’s the time of year to get gardening. Today let’s work on our biggest garden - our lawns. If you have sparse grass in parts of your lawn, spring is a great time to plant additional grass seed.

Seed is often cheaper than a full sod installation; however, the No. 1 issue with seeding is weed pressure since your seed will take time to become established and form a thick carpet of grass. Our ...

Good thing is, fall is the perfect time to give the lawn a good shot in the arm.

Dormant lawn seeding will create healthier, thicker grass in spring. Sow seeds in late fall or early winter once soil ...

Looking to revive your garden with a new patch of green, but not sure where to begin? There are some basic key elements to consider to get you on the right turf. The Natural Resources Conservation ...

October may not be the ideal month for grass germination, but it's not too late to usually get new grass seed up and growing before winter.

Laying new grass seed in the fall is one of the best ways to achieve a thick, green lawn, and come spring, you'll be glad you did it. Cooler temperatures, increased rainfall, and less competition from ...