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The overseeding process is the sowing of grass seed directly into existing turf, without tearing up the lawn, or the soil. It’s a simple way to fill in bare spots, improve the density of turf, establish improved grass varieties and enhance your lawn’s color. (Know here more about on how to over seed a Lawn). It’s necessary to water the lawn at right times, and moisture needs to be under the roots about 2-3 inches deep.

When to Water?

Proper watering after overseeding is crucial in helping the seeds germinate and the establishment of the grass in Lawn.

To get best results follow these watering methods.

• Water the over seeded area thoroughly for not less than half an hour. This will make the seed wash deep into the soil.
• For First week water the lawn three times a day.
• For second week water two times a day and for the third week once in a day watering is enough.
• Coming to fourth-week water once in every two days.
• Watering can be done once or twice in a week once the grass is established.

Germination typically occurs in two to three weeks depending on the soil, and watering methods followed. You shall see small weeds also appearing along with the grass, so be prepared to remove them at early stages itself.

How much to water after Overseeding?

Always make sure that the soil in your Lawn is soaked in the root zone. This means soaking the ground to the depth that the grasses roots reach, i.e., up to 3 inches deep. You can check it by digging up a small core of turf and soil and see how far down the water has reached into the soil. The checking has to be done after 24 hours of watering the Lawn. Increase the watering time if you have observed that the water has not reached the desired depth. The intervals of watering the Lawn depend on the soil type and rainfall also. You could take the help of a soil tester to know the soil type and do the watering after overseeding according to the advice of an expert.

What equipment to use for Watering?

Most of the persons use the hose or water cans for watering Lawns, but it is not advisable to use hose or water can. The best way for watering is to use a sprinkler which gives a constant soaking. The output of sprinklers will vary. However, a typical sprinkler will put on sufficient water if left in each desired spot.

Mowing the Lawn after Overseeding

The question that arises is the mind of Lawn owners is when I can mow after overseeding? The rate of germination will vary across the yard, and also the remaining grass will also grow making the lawn to look uneven. If the present grass has grown long, and there is germination across most of the garden, it is okay to cut on a high setting, to prevent the just germinating grass from being ripped away.

Some important points to remember while mowing

• Recommended grass height is always 3 to 3.5 inches.
• Always use a sharp blade to reduce jagged cuts and pulling, which stress the grass and can cause disease.
• In seeded areas, water lightly before mowing to keep seed down during mowing.
• Always use a sharp blade to reduce irregular cuts and pulling, which stress the grass and can cause disease.

Conclusion

Irrigation for the overseeded lawn is most crucial. Do watering according to the soil type and climatic conditions. If your lawn needs Mowing, Aeration, Over seeding or any other type of professional lawn maintenance services contact our experts at Green Gold Landscaping Inc White Plains, Westchester NY. or Call us at 914-882-5459 for a Free Estimate.