Tired of a patchy lawn that’s more weeds than grass? Or maybe it’s rough and you’re tired of bouncing over it every week with your mower?Your dream of a lush, green yard is closer than you think! Whether you’re starting from scratch or just need to revive your existing turf, Buck Rentals has the equipment and supplies to help you get the job done right. September and October are the best months to seed a new lawn, as the ground is still warm from summer, and there’s usually more consistent rainfall to help seeds germinate.
Read on to learn how to successfully transform your lawn.
Step 1: Assess Your Lawn & Choose a Method
Before you start, take a good look at your lawn. Does it just have some thin spots? Or has it been completely taken over by weeds or invasive grasses while also being rough and difficult to mow?
- To spruce up a thin lawn, you can give it new life with a single pass of our Ride On Aerator with a Seedbox. This machine combines aerating and seeding into one efficient step. There’s no easier way to give your lawn a face lift.
- For a full lawn renovation, you’ll need to start by killing off the old growth and preparing a new seedbed.
Step 2: Eliminate Old Growth (If Needed)
If your lawn has been taken over by weeds or unwanted grass or it’s too rough, the first step is to kill off all the old grass.
- Spray the entire area with a non-selective herbicide like Round Up. Check out our rental options for self-propelled and towable sprayers.
- If you plan to till the soil, one application should be enough. If you want to seed directly into the old turf without tilling, you may need to wait two weeks and spray it again to ensure everything is dead.
Step 3: Prepare the Seedbed
A well-prepared seedbed is the key to successful germination.
- If you’re doing a full renovation and need to level or grade the area, you’ll want to start by tilling it up. Rent one of our tillers for a tractor or skid loader to get the old turf worked into the topsoil.
- Once the organic matter is incorporated, use a Harley Rake or Soil Preparator to get the area smooth and to remove the stones and debris. This step will give you that smooth, easy-to-mow lawn for years to come.
Step 4: Time to Seed!
Now you’re ready to get the seed down. Buck Rentals has different blends of premium grass seed and we will help you choose the right one for your application.
- For an existing lawn, our Ride On Aerator with a Seedbox will aerate and sprinkle seed for you in one easy pass.
- For a full renovation, you can broadcast the seed with a seed spinner or better yet you can get it drilled into the soil by using a walkbehind or tractor overseeder or slit seeder.
- This is also a great time to spread some lime and fertilizer to give your new lawn an extra boost. Check out our soil amendments along with our rental spreaders to help you apply them evenly and quickly.
Step 5: Protect the Seed
Once your seed is in place, you need to protect it from erosion and help it retain moisture.
- A thin coating of mushroom soil adds organic matter, while also retaining moisture for better germination.
- Straw bales can be spread on large areas with our straw blower.
- For slopes, we recommend putting down straw matting to prevent erosion of the soil and to keep the seed from moving.
Step 6: Water for Success
Consistent moisture is the most critical factor for a successful lawn. The new seedlings need to be kept moist until they are established. If the rain doesn’t come, we can help.
- We sell sprinklers and garden hoses and can also rent you a sprinkler system with automatic timers so your lawn can stay moist and keep growing.
Ready to start your lawn transformation? Visit our store or browse our equipment and supplies online to get everything you need for a beautiful lawn!
