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Lawn Overseeding and Topdressing | Dartmouth, NS
Is your grass thin, patchy, discoloured, or even completely non-existent in some areas? If you have watered and fertilized on your own to no avail, it might be time to try overseeding and topdressing your lawn. By adding native grass seed and providing it with the nutrient-rich soil it needs to thrive in, these services can give you a whole new lawn within one growing season.
Our team in Dartmouth, NS has years of experience in reviving struggling lawns. Before we sell you any of our services, we will assess the current state of your outdoor space to ensure that we understand the needs of your lawn. We will then recommend exactly (and only!) the services that will transform your yard into the outdoor oasis you want.
If you think your lawn might benefit from overseeding and topdressing, call the experts at Dartmouth Landscaping today or simply fill out the form to the right for a free, no-obligation quote. We can't wait to chat with you about your lawn and landscaping needs, whether it be overseeding a bare lawn or designing a whole new landscape!
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What is Lawn Overseeding?
In addition to filling in bare or thin patches in your yard, lawn overseeding is a great way to help your grass grow stronger and more resilient. A lawn that has been overseeded becomes denser and has healthier roots, allowing for more water absorption during dry periods and reducing the amount of watering you must do to maintain it.
The best times to overseed your lawn are in early spring or late fall. The newly sprouted grass will need time to take root and establish itself before the heat of summer sets in and you must limit your watering to once a week. After new grass seed is spread, you will need to water lightly but frequently to keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate.
While overseeding is a highly effective way to improve your lawn, it does take time. Seeds can take between one to two weeks to sprout, 2-4 more weeks to grow, and between 4 and 8 weeks to fully establish themselves. During this time, you will need to be careful how you use this area of your lawn to avoid trampling the new grass. Once it is established, however, your new grass will be strong and fully integrated with your existing grass, making your whole yard greener, thicker, and hardier.
What Is Topdressing?
Topdressing refers to the process of spreading a thin layer of organic material over the surface of your lawn. The organic material can be soil, compost, or a mixture of these, but it is always rich in nutrients. Topdressing is often paired with overseeding as topdressing provides fertile, well-aerated soil for the newly sprouted grass, helping it establish itself quicker and grow stronger and healthier.
Topdressing your lawn has many benefits apart from overseeding also. A layer of compost can reduce thatch buildup in your lawn, eliminating the need for power raking (which can be stressful for your grass). If your soil is highly compacted, adding a sandy soil mix can improve drainage in your yard and improve water retention. Topdressing can even be used to fill small holes or level an uneven yard!
Whether you are overseeding to fill in bare patches or simply want to keep your grass thick and healthy, topdressing is the way to go. Better soil makes your grass more resilient and helps it grow stronger roots, keeping your lawn green and growing all season long!
Our Overseeding and Topdressing Services
At Dartmouth Landscaping, we offer overseeding and topdressing services either as stand-alone services or bundled together. We will discuss your lawn's needs with you (and make a site visit to evaluate your lawn if needed) to ensure that we give you the perfect topdressing mix for your unique situation. Once you have good soil, we will overseed your outdoor space with a native species of grass that is has been proven to thrive in our local climate. Before we leave, we will give you a watering plan to help ensure your seeds sprout and answer any other questions you might have about caring for your new grass.
With over 20 years of experience in the industry, we are confident in our ability to assess why your current grass is struggling and provide solutions that will transform your outdoor space. Our processes have been proven in hundreds of yards in and around Dartmouth, NS, and we can't wait to see what we can do with yours!
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Call Us Today to Revitalize Your Lawn!
If you are tired of having a thin, patchy, or bare lawn, call our landscaping experts today. We are here to help your grass germinate, grow, and ultimately give you the lush green lawn you have always wanted. Call us today to discuss the best plan for your lawn and get a free, no-obligation quote on overseeding, topdressing, or any of our other landscaping services!