Planting grass seed is usually considered a warm weather activity. But in the fall, when we're doing garden clean up, dividing perennials, and planning for the next season, we want to get as much done ...
Maintaining a beautiful lawn is a task that can stretch well into fall. Depending on your location and the climate, there could still be a window to plant grass seed and overseed a lawn in late fall.
I hate the phrase "timing is everything," but when it comes to planting grass seed, it is. Plant too early, and the seeds might struggle to establish. Plant too late, and you risk frost ...
You must prepare your soil diligently before planting grass seed in a new area and applying fertilizer. You can do this by clearing debris, integrating organic matter and leveling the surface.