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With the cold months upon us, many people are giving themselves a break from lawn care and are instead focusing on stringing up outdoor holiday decorations and salting their driveways before the snow hits. However, if you want to thicken or repair the grass in your yard come springtime, dormant seeding should begin now. Here’s some information on how this process works and why it may benefit you.

A Guide to Dormant Seeding

Why Winter?

Dormant seeding allows homeowners to use the freeze-thaw cycle to their benefit to open up spots in the ground where the seeds will spend their hibernating season. When late winter or early spring comes around, they will begin the process of germinating, weeks ahead of when this process would start otherwise.

What Are the Advantages?

seedingThe season's snowstorms will push the seeds deeper into the ground, ensuring the conditions are right for optimum growing. While not ideal for planting an entirely new yard, these methods can supplement your existing grass. This will help it to look fuller and lusher come warm weather. Additionally, because you did much of the work in the winter, it will leave you more time in the spring to focus on other tasks, such as applying fertilizer or planting flowers.

How Do You Proceed With It?

While scattering the seeds can work, this process is most effective when a professional lawn maintenance company can perform slice seeding, in which they use a bladed machine to deposit seeds in rents that it cuts into the soil. You can begin as early as November. However, be aware that if the temperature becomes suddenly warm again, the seeds may start to germinate ahead of schedule, which makes them more vulnerable to damage once the frost reasserts itself.

 

If you’re seeking assistance with seeding, irrigation systems, lawn maintenance, and more around Lincoln, NE, contact the experts at Metro Sod & Seeding. For over 24 years, they’ve provided homeowners with a variety of reliable services to help maintain landscapes and properties. Their commitment to quality is reflected in their adherence to the schedules and budgets set by their customers. Learn more today by visiting them online or calling (402) 730-4421.

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