Topdressing
While fall begins to make an appearance in New England, some of us have already endured our unsightly lawns and gardens for weeks. This summer brought high temperatures and drought, forcing us to experience an inopportune brown lawn; however, do not throw in the towel for 2022 quite yet.
What is Topdressing?
Before the quick change of foliage colors turns your attention to leaf cleanups – consider topdressing your lawn. This simple technique can ensure a full, lush lawn next season. Start the topdressing process by supplementing your lawn with a thin layer of our Compost. Adding this thin layer of new material will both smooth out uneven terrain and improve your soil structure. After adding new organic material, seed the desired area and water!
What Material Should I Use to Topdress?
It may be your first instinct to order Topsoil Plus for grass seed; nonetheless, Compost is the best material for topdressing your lawn. Our Compost contains the primary components for germination: nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium. These three primary nutrients are essential to new growth! Adding organic matter to your soil provides a multitude of necessary nutrients for healthy grass and aids in proper drainage.
When Should I Topdress?
Here are a few signs you should topdress your lawn:
· You have a patchy lawn with some healthy areas and some dead areas.
· You have a lawn full of crabgrass or other weeds.
· You have a lawn that stays wet hours after getting watered or rained on.
If you are struggling with any of the problems listed above, we encourage you to try this technique! Whether you are treating your entire lawn or just a small dry patch, topdressing can have your lawn looking its best! Make no mistake, this technique is not just for dry lawns. If your lawn is full of weeds, topdressing could be a perfect solution for you. The most effective way of choking out weeds amid grass is by promoting more grass growth! The fuller, healthier grass you have the less weeds survive.
This lawn care strategy can save you the spring headache of rushing to seed your lawn before the cookouts are planned! Reach out to us today for questions you have about topdressing or to secure a delivery of Compost!