Will My Grass Seed Wash Away With Too Much Rain?
One of the most common issues with you come across when planting your own grass seed is timing and weather. Some might think a heavy rain after planting seeds is great and just means less watering for them! This is partly true but too much rain can actually cause some issues.
Grass seed needs moisture
Before and after planting grass seed it is a good idea to make sure the soil contains a good bit of moisture in order for the seed to properly germinate. Watering your lawn in Monroe twice per day is recommended and sometimes even more often if you live in a warmer or dryer climate. There are a number of DIY irrigation systems you can set up and purchase from your local lawn and garden stores to make these hefty watering schedules just a tiny bit easier.
Check the weather
Before you make a plan to seed, make sure there aren’t any severe thunderstorms or chances of flooding in your area. Rainfall is the best for watering your newly planted grass seeds in Monroe but too much can be a bad thing. Grass seed, when first planted has no roots or any way to stay attached to the ground or area it has been planted. This means, with too much rain, all that precious grass seed can easily be washed away! Checking the weather ahead of time will ensure your seeds get a better chance of laying some roots before the rain washes them all away.
Clear the area
Preventing erosion and controlling washing of your newly planted grass seed can be moderated by simply making sure the area is properly prepared beforehand. All sticks, roots, and any other debris should be cleared away from your planting area and the soil should be tilled breaking up the larger chunks of dirt. Watering the area before several times before planting can help level and fill in any low spots you might have.
What do I do if my grass seed was washed away?
If you have an unfortunate bout of luck and water washes away some of your seed, you will need to re-seed the eroded areas. Going back in with a tiller or rake, level the areas out, making sure there is no debris or buildup of seeds in particular areas. Washouts can sometimes cause uneven germination in your lawn where some of the seed had gathered in one area.
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