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Comparison
of Grass Seed and Sod
You may start
or replant new grass from seed or sod. Here are some comparisons
of each that can help you decide which method to use.
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SEED |
SOD |
| Coverage |
Seed
takes weeks to fill out |
Sod
makes an instant carpet of grass |
| Appearance |
Seeded
lawns are not uniform at first |
New
sod is rarely patchy or uneven in color |
| Planting |
Seeds
must be planted at the beginning of the growing season |
Planting
sod is not as seasonally restricted |
| Customized
Blends |
Your
garden center will carry a variety of seeds that can be blended
to better suite your environment |
Sod
is normally only available from nearby sod farms and cannot
be custom created to better suit your environment |
| Labor |
Planting
grass by seed takes fewer tools and less effort |
Planting
grass with sod requires more physical activity and heavier
tools |
| Weeds |
Seeding
encourages weed seeds to develop in your ground |
Sod
is less susceptible to invasion by weeds |
Preparing the Soil for New Grass:
Whether your use sod or seed, it is important to prepare
your planting area in advance. Following are some simple pre-planting
steps that will help you create a beautiful lawn.
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Remove weeds from the planting area
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Till the area to break up dead grass and compacted
soil
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Work in any needed lime or organic matter as you till
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Use a steel rake to remove any dead grass or stones
from the planting area
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Smooth the planting area so that it is even
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When installing the lawn, use a roller to settle the
loosened soil
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After the soil is prepared, plant the seed or sod
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