How to Reseed Bare Patches in a Lawn

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Whether they're caused by pests, weeds, dog urine or a bad golf swing, those little bare spots in your lawn are easy to repair. The trick is to keep on top of them.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Step1
Rake and remove the dead grass and debris from the bare patch.
Step2
Use a spading fork or cultivating tool to loosen the soil in the bare area.
Step3
Incorporate 2 to 3 inches of compost into the prepared area.
Step4
Smooth the area with the back of a rake until the new soil is level with the surrounding area.
Step5
Seed thickly and evenly (taking care not to overcrowd the seeds or jumble them on top of each other). Incorporate the seeds into the soil gently, using the back side of the rake.
Step6
Cover the seeded area with a thin layer of fine compost or other organic matter to act as a protective mulch.
Step7
Water gently with a fan nozzle so you don't wash the seeds away.
Step8
Protect the area from birds if they are a problem. Insert 1-foot-long wooden stakes into the ground surrounding the perimeter of the patch, keeping the stakes 10 to 12 inches apart. Tie red Mylar flash tape to the stakes. This will frighten birds away from the seeded area.
Step9
Keep the repaired area moist until the seed germinates. Once the new grass is established, resume regular watering.

Tips & Warnings

  • If the bare patch is due to a gasoline spill or dog urine, flood the area with water to dilute the problem fluid.

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