Grass Seed Watering & Care Guide

When?

Be sure to water lawn in the early morning or evening

What To Use?

Set up a portable sprinkler(s) that will cover the entire area that was sodded. If you would like, set up times to allow for the watering process to be automated providing for easier care.

This only applies to lawns that do not have an irrigation system

How Much?

It is best to water the grass seedlings 2 to 3 times a day for about 5 to 10 minutes each time. This way you replace any water that has evaporated without oversaturation. It amounts to 3-4 inches of water per week
Once the grass seeds germinate, you should water for a longer period once a day. The frequency of watering should slowly reduce to a long soak of about 40 minutes on alternate days then cut down to 2-3 days a week. The aim of watering after germination is to assist the grass to form deeper roots. For this, less frequent watering is required.

Keep careful track of the weather. Showers and heavy rain will tell you how often to water grass seed. Skip the

watering session after rains.

When To Mow?

Your grass should be good to mow approx. the end of week 3. If your lawn reaches over 3.5", mow off a third of the length even if it has not been 3 weeks. Do not mow the grass less than 2" on the first few mowing's. Be extremely careful when mowing the first few times to prevent damage.
Regular lawn mowing on a weekly schedule after the third week will allow for the healthiest lawn along with allowing the roots to grow deeper into the soil. NEVER mow more than 1/3 of the grass blade.

Helpful Tips

When watering, for the first few weeks, please try to stay off the lawn (including pets) to allow for the grass to germinate.
NOTE: Just because it rains do not assume you do not have to water. We have to receive at least one inch of rainfall to skip watering.

STRAW AND STRAW NETTING CARE

Seeded lawn installations include a top coating of straw or, more often, straw netting. This topdressing helps combat natural elements, such as wind, water, and animals, that can shift seeds and may lead to bare patches. It also retains moisture, helping to prevent your seedlings from drying out. Straw netting is preferred over straw because it is held to the ground with landscape staples, making it unlikely to blow away in heavy wind.

Little care is needed for either material. Straw will break down on its own, as will straw netting as it is photo- biodegradable, meaning sunlight will break it down over time. Do not remove your straw netting, as this could tear up new grass seedlings and damage your yard. If you notice any areas where the netting has come loose, use a sharp knife to remove the raised areas as these could pose a hazard when mowing. It is also acceptable to leave sod staples in your yard as they are thin and easily covered by your new lawn.