How many bales of straw do I need to cover grass seed?

Apply hay to cover the seeded area at a rate of 1 bale per 1000 square feet. Scatter the straw so that you can look down through the application and see the ground. Avoid applying straw too heavily, as it will interfere with germination later on when the weather warms.

Can you put too much straw on grass seed?

Grass seed germination can be inhibited if you cover the ground too thickly with straw. Straw can blow around and detract from the look of the new lawn until mowed for the first time. You'll need to rake off the unsightly straw after the grass is up, but will also risk damaging young grass blades and roots if you do.

How many bales of straw do I need?

Once you have all of the openings removed, divide the total square footage by the square footage of your bales. For this, consider a 14″ tall by 36″ long bale would have 504 square inches or 3.5 square feet of bale surface area. This will give you the exact number of bales you will need to build the structure.

How many bales of hay per acre for grass seed?

With an average bale weight of around 40 pounds (with our Abbriata small square baler or any of our mini round balers), that's 100 bales to the acre for a first cutting. Our farm aside, we can offer some guidelines to consider when trying to predict the productivity of your hay fields.

How much cover does grass seed need?

Most seed bags will recommend a range such as 250-400 square feet per pound. Seeding a new lawn or spot repair usually takes roughly twice as much seed as overseeding an existing lawn. Use the rate with the heaviest coverage for new lawns and to fill in bare or damaged areas.

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How much will a 50 lb bag of grass seed cover?

{ Perfect Amount of Seed } Choosing a 50 LB bag of seed allows you the option to use a little for spot seed or over seed your entire lawn! Each bag covers up to 10,000 square feet!

How much will a 40 lb bag of grass seed cover?

A: A 40 pound package will cover 420 square feet, so you will need approximately 3 bags.

What is the best cover for grass seed?

The best choice is green mulch, which is made from recycled paper, polymers (think of the moisture-holding capability that polymers give a baby diaper) and starter fertilizer.

How much grass seed do I need for 1000?

When seeding new turf grass, we recommend a seed rate of 4-7 lbs of seed per 1,000 square feet (the equivalent of 175-250 lbs per acre).

Is straw or hay better for seeding?

If you don't have access to straw, you can substitute hay, but hay often brings problems with it in the form of weed seeds that can spell disaster for your new lawn. Treating the hay before you spread it will eliminate most of the weed seeds so they don't end up sprouting in the middle of your new lawn.

What are the disadvantages of straw bale?

Since straw bale homes are built using a stacking technique, they can be susceptible to structural movement. This can lead to cracks in the plaster and even the collapse of a load-bearing wall, especially if the house wasn't built well in the first place.

How long should straw be left on new grass?

The straw should not be removed before the first mowing, when the grass is two- to three-inches tall. If the mulch is thin and already beginning to rot, it is not necessary to remove it at all.

Is there a difference between hay bales and straw bales?

A bale of hay and a bale of straw may look similar and may be found together in the same places, but they are very different. Hay is food for plant-eating animals. Straw is used for non-food purposes.

How often should I water my straw with grass seed?

Twice daily watering is essential until the new grass is up, then after one more week, reduce to once per day. Adjust this pattern according to season and temperature demands.

Will my grass get thicker if I let it go to seed?

Allowing Grass to Seed Thins Lawn and Wastes Nutrients

Another reason not to let your grass go to seed is because it could actually thin it out instead of thickening it.

Can you overseed on straw?

Do not use straw to cover newly seeded areas in your lawn, as most straw will also contain weed seeds which germinate along with the grass and compete for space in your lawn. GreenView Fairway Formula Seeding Success is the best solution for mulch with a starter fertilizer for your seeded and overseeded lawn.

Can I just throw grass seed on my lawn and it will grow?

Can you just sprinkle grass seed on top of your existing lawn? While it's possible to simply sow the new grass seed over your existing lawn, taking the time to prepare your lawn beforehand will increase the likelihood of seed germination and improve your end result.

Can a grass seed and grow in 2 weeks?

Whether you're repairing bare spots, overseeding an existing lawn or starting from scratch, you can generally expect grass seedlings to emerge within seven to 21 days when grown under proper conditions. It may take another three to four weeks of growth before grass is long enough to mow.

How thick do you cover grass seed with straw?

You want the straw to barely cover the ground -- no more than 1/4 inch deep. If you spread it too thickly, the straw will rot and the grass won't grow. One bale will cover up to 1,000 square feet, notes The Garden Counselor.

Do you need to put anything over grass seed?

After you finish laying down the grass seed and lawn food, cover both with a thin layer of soil to help keep the grass seed from drying out and washing away.

What do you put over grass seed overseeding?

If you're using grass seed to overseed your lawn instead of Scotts® Turf Builder® Thick'R Lawn™, it's a good idea to rake in a thin, 0.25-inch layer of enriched soil over your lawn to help the seed settle in. Don't put so much down that you kill your existing grass; less than a quarter of an inch is plenty.

How heavy should you overseed?

If most of your lawn already has thick grass growth, overseeding will be a general maintenance task. In this case, you should use two to four pounds of seed for every 1,000 square feet of lawn. However, if your lawn has exposed areas of soil, apply four to eight pounds of seed per every 1,000 square feet.

How much grass seed does 5lbs cover?

This mix withstands drought and wear from high traffic, and the 5 lb. bag covers up to 1,500 sq. ft.

How much area does 10 lb of grass seed cover?

This ItemFescue Grass Seed, 10-Lbs., Covers 1,250 Sq. Ft.