In this Martha Stewart article, Zane Raudenbush from the Davey Institute shares advice on how you should water new grass seed to get the lawn you’ve always wanted.
A lush green lawn boosts your home's curb appeal, turning your yard into a beautiful oasis. But getting—and keeping—a thick, healthy lawn requires regular applications of grass seed to fill bare spots, refurbish faded areas, and enhance the overall look of your landscape.
However, it's not as simple as applying new grass seed and forgetting about it. "Growing a beautiful lawn starts with one simple task: watering new grass seed the right way," says Zane Raudenbush, turf grass specialist from the Davey Institute. "It might seem straightforward, but how and when you water makes all the difference between patchy growth and a thick, green carpet."
But how long do you need to water new grass seed for until it's established? We spoke to lawn care specialists to answer this question. Here's what they said.
To continue reading Zane's advice, read the rest of the article here.
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