Is your lawn in good condition but has a few areas that need patched?
Repairing dead patches in your lawn is recommended to be done in late August or early September.
- To repair a patch of grass you will begin by shoveling out the old sod. Helpful Hint: squaring off the patch area then shoveling will make for a nicer looking patch.
- Rough up the soil 3 to 4 inches deep. The soil will need to be loose for successful patching. Rake out the loose soil to get all large rocks and sticks out.
- Bring in some new topsoil like Morrison Gravel's
Lawn Blend to bring your soil up to grade and to mix into the previous soil for added nutrients.
- You can then proceed to patch the area with grass seed or sod.
If using sod:
Remember that your soil level should be 1/2 to 3/4 inch below grade. Cut a piece to the size of the patch and lay it on the soil, then finish trimming it to the correct size. Now press the area with the back of a rake and water thoroughly.
For Grass Seed:
Simply sprinkle it over the prepared area. Be sure to follow the directions on your seed, then water the area sparingly.
Final Step:
Apply a starter fertilizer to the patched area and water again. Keep the patch moist until the area begins to root.