| Renovate Lawns |
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Fall is a great time to renovate thin or poor quality lawns.
Start by removing the thatch layer if it is greater than ½ inch thick. Use a vertical mower, known as a dethatching machine, on actively growing lawns to cut through the thatch layer and insure seed-to-soil contact. Rake and compost the thatch. Or use a core aerator to remove plugs of soil and thatch, relieve soil compaction, break through the thatch layer, and provide good seed-to-soil contact. Spread grass seed over the renovated area using a broadcast or drop type spreader. Continue to mow and water the lawn as needed. And wait a month before fertilizing the lawn with a low nitrogen slow release fertilizer. A bit more information: Consider renting a slit seeder if thatch is not a problem. This machine cuts slits into the ground and drops the seeds in place, insuring good seed-to-soil contact for better seed germination. |


















