CT Rain Posted August 26, 2014 Share Posted August 26, 2014 I need to put some grass seed down... any suggestions on what to get or any tips? Have a pretty big patch in the front yard that's dead thanks to an ugly grub infestation from before I moved in. Also have a few small spots in the backyard that the dog has dug up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted August 26, 2014 Share Posted August 26, 2014 I need to put some grass seed down... any suggestions on what to get or any tips? Have a pretty big patch in the front yard that's dead thanks to an ugly grub infestation from before I moved in. Also have a few small spots in the backyard that the dog has dug up. I had good luck with the Lesco grass seed I got from the John Deere store. Make sure you get a starter fertilizer too....that you can get at Lowes or Home Depot. One thing I recommended is make sure you really loosen up the soil before putting seed down. It really helps get the roots established, especially if previous soil is really packed down. A good inch at least of loose soil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KartAnimal29 Posted August 26, 2014 Share Posted August 26, 2014 I need to put some grass seed down... any suggestions on what to get or any tips? Have a pretty big patch in the front yard that's dead thanks to an ugly grub infestation from before I moved in. Also have a few small spots in the backyard that the dog has dug up. Go to Valley Green on the Plainville Southignton Line, just off of town line rd, and get some dark and durable seed. Last I priced it out it was 1.89 a pound. You will have to buy a 50lbs bag of it tho but it is the best seed around. Jim is a great guy down there and is very knowledgeable. If the area isn't that big I have about 10lbs left that you can try out. If you buy a whole bag you can overseed your place next spring with what you have left over. I promise you'll be very happy with it. I've done 3 yards with it this season and all 3 customers are very happy with the way it came in and the dark color. http://www.valleygreenusa.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S&P Posted August 27, 2014 Share Posted August 27, 2014 I had good luck with the Lesco grass seed I got from the John Deere store. Make sure you get a starter fertilizer too....that you can get at Lowes or Home Depot. One thing I recommended is make sure you really loosen up the soil before putting seed down. It really helps get the roots established, especially if previous soil is really packed down. A good inch at least of loose soil. I need to put some grass seed down... any suggestions on what to get or any tips? Have a pretty big patch in the front yard that's dead thanks to an ugly grub infestation from before I moved in. Also have a few small spots in the backyard that the dog has dug up. i would add its easier and you'll get better results if you just buy some top soil from HD or Lowes (or your favorite local garden center) and spread that over the bad areas (i 've tried to seed the damaged area directly with mixed results). its cheap HD has some stuff thats a buck 50 per 50lb bag- doing the same thing myself over the next couple of weeks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CT Rain Posted August 27, 2014 Share Posted August 27, 2014 Go to Valley Green on the Plainville Southignton Line, just off of town line rd, and get some dark and durable seed. Last I priced it out it was 1.89 a pound. You will have to buy a 50lbs bag of it tho but it is the best seed around. Jim is a great guy down there and is very knowledgeable. If the area isn't that big I have about 10lbs left that you can try out. If you buy a whole bag you can overseed your place next spring with what you have left over. I promise you'll be very happy with it. I've done 3 yards with it this season and all 3 customers are very happy with the way it came in and the dark color. http://www.valleygreenusa.com/ Thanks for the help - appreciate it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eekuasepinniW Posted August 27, 2014 Share Posted August 27, 2014 my garden is off the hizzle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baroclinic Zone Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 1/2 my lawn is baked to a crisp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dryslot Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 My garden is on the downside Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TauntonBlizzard2013 Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 Yeah, garden is pretty much finishing up here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cold Miser Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 How long till grub treatment works for mole issues? Laid it down at the suggested time but moles are back. Don't moles eat worms and other critters that grub treatment does not kill? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KartAnimal29 Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 How long till grub treatment works for mole issues? Laid it down at the suggested time but moles are back. Don't moles eat worms and other critters that grub treatment does not kill? Traps are the only way to get rid of moles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whineminster Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 Is now a good time to plant seed, or should we wait until early October? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJonesWX Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 Is now a good time to plant seed, or should we wait until early October? i think labor day weekend is the perfect time. soil temps are still high, warm days and cool nights. when i had a lawn, i always wanted to get it down early enough so that there would be enough time for the seedlings to start growing before the leaves started falling. if you wait until october you may not see much growth this year, but the seed will still be there and will grow in the spring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 I'm going to wait for a couple of weeks to put seed down, otherwise it's a nonstop chase with sprinklers. Yard is pretty burned up with this virtual drought we've had. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moneypitmike Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 1/2 my lawn is baked to a crisp. Modest temps and plenty of rain have allowed the lawns in GC to remain lush without an ounce of artificial watering, just lots of mowing. I just snapped these now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 Looks like that up in NH too. Just a weird summer here locally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dryslot Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 To late in the season here for lawns to brown after all the rain in June and July, Typically august would be the month but with the days getting shorter and temps cooling it won't happen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Typhoon Tip Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 Epic tomato garden 2014 continues ... There are but just two tomatoes in this image: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 They look good though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 I think I might just say, "whatever will be..will be" to my lawn next year. I'm not sure if it's worth the investment. Not after this summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damage In Tolland Posted September 1, 2014 Author Share Posted September 1, 2014 Dropped the straight fert app yesterday of Lesco ..then rains.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Dropped the straight fert app yesterday of Lesco ..then rains.. You need more than a top soil wetting to work it in. It's slow release though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damage In Tolland Posted September 1, 2014 Author Share Posted September 1, 2014 You need more than a top soil wetting to work it in. It's slow release though.Lol I am the lawn guy here. I know what we need. Today's and tomorrow's storms will finish it off Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Lol I am the lawn guy here. I know what we need. Today's and tomorrow's storms will finish it off You better drag the sprinkler around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cold Miser Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Traps are the only way to get rid of moles Death would be good, but even if they relocated I would be happy. I have always heard/ read that grub treatment helps move them along. I wouldn't even know where to begin to trap the f*ckers. There are no visible holes, just tunnels that they may or may not use again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dendrite Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Lol I am the lawn guy here. I know what we need. Today's and tomorrow's storms will finish it offCongrats on the rain. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 You better drag the sprinkler around. AWT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damage In Tolland Posted September 2, 2014 Author Share Posted September 2, 2014 Burn grass burn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoarfrostHubb Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Lol I am the lawn guy here. I know what we need. Today's and tomorrow's storms will finish it offOopsie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted September 3, 2014 Share Posted September 3, 2014 Is the Ortho stuff good for crab grass killer? Roundup? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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