Over-seeding

Like any living organism, grass is not immune to natures challenges. Over-seeding involves adding new grass seed to your existing lawn. If your lawn is a bit tired, over-seeding may be the ticket!

Some key benefits of over-seeding include:

• A denser turf canopy - your best defense against weeds!

• Improved disease resistance!

• Improved drought resistance!

• Superior genetic color - A deeper green with less fertilizer!

Some factors needed for seed establishment include:

• Proper seed-to-soil contact

• Adequate moisture levels

• Soil temperatures between 50-65 degrees.

*This service is most suitable for well manicured lawns. Most lawns will require a couple additional steps to help ensure proper seed germination.

Top-dressing

When establishing seeds - After spreading new grass seeds, we cover them by applying a thin, even layer of compost. “Top-dressing” the seeds serves to protect against wildlife, help with water retention, and provides some temperature regulation. Think of this as an insurance policy when it comes to seed establishment.

When used to improve soil - For those with some patience, top-dressing can provide excellent results. We start by core aerating the lawn. This serves to create open spaces or “cores” into your existing soil. Next we apply premium compost at a rate of ~1/2 yard per 1k sqft. Lastly, we use a drag mat to work the compost into the voids. Each time this service is completed, we expect to increase your top-soil’s organic matter by 1%.

*a 1k sqft lawn will require ~800 lbs (1/2 yard) of compost to raise the soil’s organic matter by 1%.