8/7/2023 0 Comments Watering seedlings groworganic![]() Mowing lawns too short (scalping), or infrequently, causes grass to become susceptible to drought injury, weed infestations (especially crabgrass), and foot traffic injury. Proper mowing technique is an important part of a lawn maintenance program that is often overlooked.It is best to water earlier in the day so leaf blades do not remain wet overnight.The water now needs to be available at the root zone and should penetrate the soil so that the top 4-6 inches of soil is moist. As seedlings grow and mature, the frequency of watering is decreased, but the duration of watering is increased.The idea is to keep the top layer of soil moist but not saturated. Sandy soils dry out quickly and require more frequent irrigation.Pay special attention to soil moisture on hot, windy days, when humidity is low. When conditions are windy and dry, the planted area may require several light waterings a day.A newly seeded lawn requires daily watering during dry periods.Postpone reseeding an area during a drought if irrigation cannot be provided. ![]() Once wet and seed germination has begun do not let the seed dry out. Watering is critical to successful lawn establishment.Seeding in the fall and then again in the spring may be necessary for a thicker lawn if all of the seed did not germinate and grow with your first attempt. Changing weather patterns in Maryland including warmer than normal temperatures in late summer and fall, fluctuating periods of very wet, and then very dry weather are making seeding more challenging even during the recommended time for lawn projects. Care after lawn renovation, for at least the first two months, is important for successful seeding.
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