Should I Overseed right after aerating?

You may want to rake the soil to remove debris and to loosen and expose soil. 2) If you're going to aerate, you'll want to do this beforehand. Typically, overseeding 48 hours following aerating is a best practice, as this will give the seed the best chance of getting into the soil.

How soon should you overseed after aeration?

Within 48 hours after you aerate you should over seed, fertilize, and water your lawn. The seed, fertilizer, and water will have the best chance to get down into the holes made by the aerator if applied soon after aeration.

Should I aerate before or after overseeding?

Aeration will help ensure your soil is ready to absorb all of the nutrients and seeds that come its way with topdressing and overseeding. That's why you should aerate before overseeding.

Does overseeding after aeration work?

Overseeding is most successful when done after aeration in the fall. The loose soil will give the seeds more opportunity to germinate. Because aeration encourages better water and nutrient intake, this also creates the perfect environment for seeds to take root.

What is the next step after aeration?

What to Do After Aeration. After you finish aerating your lawn, let soil plugs or extra soil dry where they fall. They'll break down in rain or crumble the next time you mow, adding beneficial soil and organic matter to your lawn surface.

Aerating

How do I overseed my lawn after aerating?

After the aeration is done, the overseeding can be done. This is done by spreading grass seeds uniformly over the entire yard. Extra grass seeds can be spread in areas that are thin or damaged. The grass should be watered regularly after this is done to ensure the seeds can grow.

What is best to put on lawn after aeration?

After Aeration Overseed and Fertilize

Immediately after aeration, your lawn is ripe for overseeding and fertilizing. The holes provide excellent soil exposure for seeds and deliver fertilizer directly to the roots of your grass. For best results, use high-quality seed and fertilize with Milorganite®.

Should you water right after aerating and overseeding?

During the first two weeks following your aeration and seeding service, the main goal is to keep the ground/seed moist while the seed begins to germinate. We recommend that you water each day for at least 20 minutes in all areas of the lawn (water the soil to a depth of about 1/4”).

How long does it take for aeration to work?

While aeration itself can take just a couple of hours, depending on the size of your commercial property, plugs typically break down in about two weeks.

Should I pick up plugs after aerating?

As we've established, don't remove aeration plugs. It takes approximately one to two weeks for the plugs to break down on their own, but there are some things you can do to help the plugs break down faster to tidy up the lawn. You can hope for rainfall, but you can also water the lawn to help the plugs break down.

How long after aerating can I mow?

They'll need to acclimate and set roots before the first mow, so during the first two to four weeks post aerating and overseeding, don't mow.

What is the best way to overseed an existing lawn?

When should you overseed your lawn?

Late summer or early fall is the best time to overseed lawns. Soil and atmospheric temperatures are most favorable for optimum seed germination and growth. With adequate moisture, fertilizer and sunlight, the new seedlings will be well established before cooler fall weather sets in.

Can you walk on lawn after aeration?

Don't walk too much on lawns after aeration to allow new grass to grow if you seed during aerating.

Can you aerate your lawn too much?

As a general rule, you shouldn't need to aerate more than once a year at any time ("too much of a good thing" applies here, since you don't want to damage your soil).

Do holes fill in after aeration?

The holes are going to fill up with something, and it will be more thatch and organic matter unless sand can be applied to completely fill the column.

Should you fertilize right after aerating?

Immediately after aerating, your lawn is exposed to oxygen, and so laying fertilizer during this time is your best bet for growing a healthy, envy-worthy lawn. The best fertilizer to use (and how much) will be dependent on your grass type and lawn size.

How long do aeration holes last in lawn?

This procedure makes holes for the seed to fall into, therefore increasing seed-to-soil contact. Core aeration should be performed every one to two years on lawns that receive heavy foot traffic. Otherwise, aerating every two to four years on home lawns is sufficient. Soil plugs can be left on the surface of the lawn.

Can you overwater when overseeding?

Remember: Do not over-water! Some soil types will get spongy, and walking on it in this condition will leave serious depressions and cause compaction. Trying to correct a yard full of deep footprints is not a chore you want to attempt! The top inch of soil should stay moist at all times.

Can you walk on overseeded lawn?

You can walk on your new lawn gently, with smooth soled shoes at any time though you should try to minimise how often and not use the same track. You may need to do so for watering or topping up a few patches with seed. You will not harm seed, seedlings or newly laid turf.

Should grass be wet or dry when overseeding?

Mow the lawn prior to overseeding. Water the lawn to moisten the soil, but make sure it's not soaking wet. A good rule of thumb is to water the day before you plan to overseed so the soil has a little time to dry.

Will grass seed grow in aeration holes?

Aeration enhances seed germination.

Seeds germinate easily in aerator holes as the holes provide them a place to hide. Overseeding introduces new grass seed to fill in bare or thin areas as well as thickens existing turf.

Do you need to topsoil after aerating?

After aerating, it's time for top dressing: spread either pulverized top soil or a good quality humus compost across the lawn. You don't need much—about a quarter inch or so is adequate. Then, go ahead and reseed. Be sure to invest some money in the seed and get good quality, weed-free seed.

Does aerating lawn make it thicker?

Thicken Grass and Other Greenery

Not only does aerating your lawn allow more nutrients, water, and sunlight to pass through, it also stimulates the development of your grass roots. This, in turn, helps your grass grow thicker, stronger, and stay green longer during a dry spell.

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.