How to Easily Grow a Lawn

A beautiful lawn is something everyone wants to have. What could be more wonderful than a green lawn right in front of the house? You don’t have to be a gardener to create the lawn of your dreams. Whether you grow grass from seed or seed grass, the important factors to look out for are proper planning and good soil.

Table of Contents

Preparing to plant grass

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Choose the grass that grows best in your climate. Depending on the region, some grasses are more likely to grow than others. Grass is classified into two basic types: hot season grass and cold season grass. ^{[1] X Research Source}

Hot season grasses are able to survive harsh summers and generally grow well in parts of the southern United States. You can choose from Bermuda, St. Augustine, and Kikuyu. ^{[2] X Research Source}
Cold season grass can withstand cold weather much better than hot season grass. They can withstand freezing temperatures and drought. However, don’t expect them to survive hot weather or survive 4 weeks without water. Kentucky green grass is a popular cold season grass. ^{[3] X Research Sources}

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Know when to plant grass. If you choose warm season grass, you should plant it in late spring. If you choose cold season grass, plant it in late summer or early fall. ^{[4] X Research Sources}

In case you plant with seed grass, the time of year does not matter much, although the summer can be very hot.

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Soil test. Before starting to plant grass, you need to make sure the soil is in good condition. Soil testing is a good idea. Soil test results will indicate how much fertilizer to use and what type of fertilizer. ^{[5] X Research Sources}

It will be difficult for you to adjust the soil once you have planted the grass. ^{[6] X Research Source}
If you need to add fertilizer, you need to fertilize the topsoil to about 10-15 cm deep. ^{[7] X Research Sources}

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Prepare the land. This is a very important step. Soil preparation is the most important part of growing a lush lawn. You need loose, organic-rich soil that is able to hold moisture while still draining well. ^{[8] X Research Sources}

Clear away weeds, rocks and roots. Use a shovel to dig up large objects in the area to be planted. Make sure to root all weeds. ^{[9] X Research Source}
You can use chemical herbicides to completely eliminate weeds. If you must use chemicals, you should consult the manufacturer’s instructions for dosage. ^{[10] X Research Source}
Tilt the soil manually or using a tiller, depending on the size of the lawn. This is a good time to fertilize or adjust the soil. ^{[11] X Research Source}
Add gypsum to the soil to improve drainage. ^{[12] X Research Source}

Growing grass from seeds

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Drills. Set the seeder to the recommended speed and pour half of the seeds into the machine. To ensure coverage, you should first sow seeds in one direction over the entire lawn, then pour the rest of the seeds into the machine and sow in the same direction as last time. Or you can sow the seeds in a crisscross pattern over the entire lawn. ^{[15] X Research Source}

You can run the seeder idle on the ground to ensure that the seeds are in contact with the soil. ^{[16] X Research Source}

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Apply mulch to the ground. Once you’ve planted the seeds all over the field, cover them with a layer of peat moss to trap the seeds and retain moisture. Use a rolling pin to spread a thin layer of peat moss over the sown seeds. ^{[17] X Research Source}

The mulch will help keep the seeds moist throughout the germination period. It also protects the seeds from being eaten by birds and drifting away in the event of heavy rain. ^{[18] X Research Sources}
You can also spread the mulch by gently patting the seeded area with a shovel. Turn the rake upside down, and use the underside of the rake to level the mulch on the ground, making sure every seed is covered and in contact with the soil.

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Water the seeds. Perhaps the best way to water is with an oscillating device. If you have a multi-nozzle irrigation system, you should arrange in different parts to water the entire area. ^{[19] X Research Source}

For best results, you need to water 2-3 times a day, 5-10 minutes each time, for the first 8-10 days. During this period the grass seeds need to be kept moist. You should not water too much, but need to create conditions for the seeds to germinate. Water in the morning to reduce the chance of water evaporating. ^{[20] X Research Source}
Do not use a powerful sprayer when watering newly seeded lawns. You will put the grass seed at risk of drifting away. ^{[21] X Research Source}
Be aware of the possibility of rain in the area. You need to include rainfall when watering your lawn, and aim for about 2.5cm of water per week. ^{[22] X Research Source}
In areas where heavy rainfall is common, it is possible that some grass seeds will be lost. However, the rain must be strong enough to move the soil before washing away the seeds. ^{[23] X Research Sources}

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Trim the newly planted lawn. When the grass reaches a height of about 7.5 -10 cm, it’s time to cut the grass. Make sure the ground is dry when mowing; if the soil is wet, there is a chance the grass will be uprooted from the ground. ^{[24] X Research Source}

Planting grass from seed grass

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Buy grass seed. Growing a lawn with seed grass will cost a lot more than planting seeds, but the grass will grow faster. Grass seed is in the form of rolls, has been planted for more than 1 year. The grass roots hold the grass strips together, and you can place the grass strips on the prepared soil. ^{[25] X Research Sources}

Seed grass is usually sold on heavy wooden boards. These boards are difficult to ship, so you should ask the supplier to deliver and pay the fee. You may need to pay a deposit.
You can plant seed grass almost any season, but if you plan to plant it in the summer, make sure you water it a lot. ^{[26] X Research Sources}

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Buy seed grass on the day you plan to plant it. Seed grass will begin to spoil and die quickly when placed on wooden boards, so you need to plant it as soon as you buy it, and only buy enough that you can grow in a day. Lightly water the grass, cover with wrapping cloth and leave in the shade until ready to plant.

Keep the seed weeds moist and cool during planting. Have a spray bottle ready to help keep the grass from drying out. ^{[27] X Research Source}

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Order grass first. Start placing the seed grass along the longest side of the yard, usually near a fence or path. Do not step on grass when laying grass. If you accidentally step on it, you can use a rake to smooth the footprints in the grass. ^{[28] X Research Sources}

Use a sharp knife to cut off the excess grass and save the excess corners. ^{[29] X Research Sources}
Make sure the seed grass is laid flat. You need to put the grass close down to help the roots penetrate the soil. ^{[30] X Research Source}

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Place the same patches of grass close together. When placing seed grass, you need to avoid leaving gaps between the patches of grass. Seed grass must be placed close to hard surfaces such as sidewalks or rows of bricks so that the grass edges do not dry out. ^{[31] X Research Source}

Cut the second patch of grass in half when you place it on the ground. This way you can create staggered borders, similar to rows of bricks. This helps keep the grass edges less visible and prevents them from drying out. ^{[32] X Research Source}

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Water when the grass is laid. Newly planted grass seeds need to be kept moist. When you have placed the first few rows of grass, water the lawn a lot. Pause for a moment to check the humidity a few rows at a time. ^{[33] X Research Sources}

Pay special attention to the edges of the grass, as the grass there usually dries faster. ^{[34] X Research Source} You can apply some mulch or soil along the edge of each row of grass to help retain moisture.

Advice

Fertilize after the first mowing. Whether growing grass from seed or seed grass, fertilizing is still important.
Each type of grass has different needs. You need to pay attention to the special needs of the selected grass.
After placing a row of grass, you should water quickly to keep the grass moist. A few weeks later, you can mow the lawn and walk on it.
If some of the grass seeds have been washed away by the rain, flatten the ground once it dries and sow more seeds.

Things you need

Grass seed or grass seed
Fertilizer
Peat moss
scratch
Shovel
Faucet or nozzle
Seeding machine
Glove

Steps

Preparing to plant grass

Growing grass from seeds

Planting grass from seed grass

Advice

Things you need

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