If you are overseeding, dethatching (with a rake or powered) is a suggested step as it helps to remove thatch and debris from your lawn, helping seeds to find soil, but also allowing water to find the seeds more easily.

Areation is optional when seeding, but if your soil is compacted or you were planning to aerate, this is a great time to do iit.

Topdressing is another optional step. If your lawn is bumpy, and you want to level it, now is a great time. However topdressing is not required for seeding. One of the most important aspects of seeding is seed-to-soil-contact. If your seed is able to properly touch soil in your lawn, then topdressing is not required.

It is finally time to seed your lawn. Pick the right seed for your yard and spread it using a push or hand held spreader. We recommend applying your seed in multiple directions as this helps to ensure an even spread.

In order to ensure as much seed-to-soil-contact as possible we recommend rolling your lawn after seeding. This helps to push the seed down into your lawn and onto the soil. Your seed must touch soil in order to properly germinate.

We highly recommend covering your newly seeded lawn with peat moss (or similar) if possible. Peat moss acts like a sponge, holding moisture on your seeds and cutting down on water requiements. It also helps. to protect your seed from un-off and birds.

Keeping your newly seeded lawn watered is the most important step. We recommend watering 3-5 times a day for 4-10 minutes. This depends greatly only your sprinkler setup, the amount of sun, temperature and a number of other variables. Do not let your seeds dry out.

And now you wait. Depending on the soil temperature and the seed you are using germination could happen in less than a week, or up to three weeks. Keep watering properly and be patient.

Once your new lawn is 2-3" in height your can cut it for the first time. We recommend sharpening your blade before cutting, and limiting turns as much as possible. You want to be gentle with your new lawn.

We recommend waiting until you cut your newly seeded lawn 1-2 times before fertilizing. Using a fertilizer that is high in Phosphorus, like our starter fertilizers, helps to promote root development and create a stronger, healthier lawn.