Snow or controlled moisture is vital for the success of dormant seeding.

Dormant seeding your lawn is a great way to make your yard fuller when the grass begins to grow again in the spring. It entails spreading seed in the yard towards the end of winter; this way, the ...

Cool-season grasses — bluegrass, fescue and ryegrass — are best seeded in early September. Seeds germinate and grow rapidly in the warm soil, and fall-seeded lawns have an opportunity to establish, ...

When the winter months are in full swing and your lawn looks less than lush, it’s tempting to start planning for greener days. But is January the right time to sprinkle grass seed and jumpstart your ...

For seeding or overseeding a lawn, September has long been considered the best month. This is true when cool-season grass species such as Kentucky bluegrass and fescue are being used. At this time of ...

If your lawn hasn't rebounded with the rain and mild temperatures, you might be considering new grass, either seed or sod. But don't forget the importance of soil beneath the grass. If your lawn ...

If you are familiar with the phrase "winter seeding," you are most likely of an older generation or influenced by that generation. The term refers to the practice of planting grass seed in the dead of ...

Spring is a season of rejuvenation, and perhaps nowhere is that rebirth more noticeable than in the yard. Each spring, grass begins to grow again as inviting landscapes beckon people outdoors. Extra ...

Prepare the area for dormant seeding in the fall to ensure good seed-to-soil contact. Dormant-seed cold-season grasses until mid-winter and apply the seed at the usual rate. Do not use pre-emergent ...

While fall is generally considered one of the best times for lawn seeding, October presents some challenges. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just looking to fix up a few bare patches, the key is ...

It’s that time of year again when fescue lawns in Charlottesville need to be aerated and seeded. With the cooler temperatures that October brings, it is the perfect time! Every summer, fescue grass ...