How to Plant Lawn Seed

Step 1: Prep Area
You have to dig down into the area about 2 to 3 inches and get rid of that compacted dirt, dead grass and thatch which lead to your problems in the first place. It's a bit of work but is the only way new grass will be able to grow.

Step 2: Top Dressing
Take your bag(s) of top dressing and pour over the area then rake into place.

Step 3: If You Spread it will Grow
If the area is small enough you can evenly hand sprinkle the grass seed but for larger areas you will want to use a seed spreader. If you spread the grass evenly it will grow evenly.

Step 4: Fertilize It
Add a layer of topper that has fertilizer in it. Use a fertilizer that has nitrogen, phosphorous and potash in it.

Step 5: Keep it Moist
You have to keep the area constantly moist-- that means in the warmer months, water twice a day until you see blades of grass about an inch high, then scale back watering to once a day for two weeks then reapply fertilizer.

Step 6: Don't Mow It
Resist the urge to mow your lawn for at least 6 weeks, the mower and your feet will damage the young grass.

Items You'll Need for this GMC Trade Secret

• Shovel
• Rake
• Top Dressing
• Grass Seed
• Topper with Fertilizer