When a poor lawn has the proper gradeand a well-drained soil, it can be more easily improved throughrenovation, rather than complete reconstruction.
Using professional quality tools and allows most residential lawn renovation projects to be accomplished in a single week-end.
We havedeveloped this no-till method to provide the do-it-yourselfer an easier,
faster, less expensive way to replace a tired old lawn. Since theresulting new lawn is in and established usually within 4 weeks or so,it can be an ideal way to quickly improve the appearance and value ofany property.
Spring, Summer, and Fall are ideal times to renovate a lawn.
Renovationinvolvesthe removal of thatch, grass and weeds, while thinning the lawn down tothe soil to permit soil enrichment and the introduction of improvedvarieties of grasses. The result is a beautiful, uniform new lawnwithout rototilling.
STEP 1: Remove Existing LawnSpray the existing lawn with effective herbicide that containsglyphosate, such as Roundup. Wait 7-10 days or as suggested by theherbicide label. As soon as the existing grasses and weeds have died,
use a de-thatcher (power rake) to remove dead vegetation and to expose the soil.
Rake up and remove excess debris as needed.
STEP2: Core-aerateUsing a power aerator, core-aerate the area. This is an important stepbecause it opens holes into the root zone of your soil, enabling soil
enrichment. Remove the cores after core-aerating.
STEP 3: SoilAmendmentSpread Profile or porous ceramic soil modifier at rates of 50 to 100pounds per 1000 square feet to improve the soil structure. Rake the areawith a landscape rake to move as much of the porous ceramic into the
aeration holes as possible. Using a power blower and/or de-thatcher can assist this process.
Broadcast Starter Fertilizer at a rate of 10 poundsper 1000 square feet.
STEP 4: SeedSelect enough of the proper Lawn Seed mixture to reseed the entire lawn.I can suggest the proper seed mix for your particular site. Here in thenorthwest I use a perennially rye and chewing fescue. Follow seedingrates recommended on the package generally 10 pounds per 1000 squarefeet. Seed is cheap. Spread seed with a drop, broadcast, or whirlybirdspreader.
STEP 5: MulchCover the seed with Grass Straw Mulch, applied through the Mulch Roller.One pass will deliver the proper amount (approximately 1/8 inch thick)of mulch and will provide the perfect microclimate for seed germination.
STEP6: WaterKeep the area moist, but not soaking, throughout the germination andestablishment period. Expect to see new grass blades emerging in 7-10days.
Mow the new lawnwhen it reaches 2 to 3 inches or the tops of the new grass blades begin to curl over. It is essential that your mower blade be sharp, otherwise the mowing process may rip the new seedlings right out of the soil.
Ifyou follow these instructions your lawn will look like a golf course inless than 15 days. The total cost for a No Till Renovation is around.30 a square foot as compared to a full till out lawn at over a $1.25per foot.
Thank You,
Brian Roth/Operations Manager
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