Water the area thoroughly using a fine-rose watering can or sprinkler, taking care not to wash the seeds away. If you are looking to breathe new life into your garden, here at What’s The Best, we have a simple solution for you – the best grass seed. Best Conditions: Lawn seed grows best when the soil temperature is consistently around 10°—18°C. If conditions stray out of this range, time and rate of germination can be negatively impacted All of our lawn seed is pantone matched. So it does not matter if you have used a previous seed product. The colour will be the same – overseeding will improve the colour of the lawn overall A. The seed should be sown onto and lightly raked in to the soil surface and no deeper than 1-2cm. A germination sheet (or fleece) can be used to speed up the germination stage but should still be removed upon emergence.

Lawn seed may be sown from March to October. Ideally sow during March to May or September to October. Where to UseSow when the soil temperature is between 7°C-18°C. If soil temperature is 6°C or less seed may not germinate or delay it’s growth until temperature increases.

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Lightly firm the ground by walking over it or use a roller. This will press the seed into the soil.