you can re-seed any areas that need it provided you'r enot too late in
the season. you're in OH so as long as you're not putting down sees
too close ( 2 weeks before) before first frost you'll be ok.

i personally would not fertilize again this late in season, if you
already put some in august. especially if it contains any sort of
crabgrass prevention additives, as this will also inhibit the growth of
new grass.

if crabgrass is a problem, put down some crabgrass preventative down
before spring (late winter). this will help control the germination of
the dormant crabgrass seeds.

grass length depends on the species. here in upstate NY i have
rye/fescue/bluegrass mix in my lawn which, from my experience, is best
cut 2.5-3" long. do some research on your lawn type and determine
proper length.

make sure you mow one last time after you rake leaves up. you don't
want a pile of wet leaves on your lawn, that will cause all sorts of
problems.

another thing you'll want to consider is aerating your lawn with a
plug/core aerator at least 1 time per season, more if you have heavily
packed soil or if its got high clay content.

hope this helps. good luck. a beautiful healthy lawn takes alot of
work and continuous upkeep but it will make you very proud!

-mario


jIM wrote:
New Construction house which closed in December 05. Grass planted
(seeded and strawed) in June of 06. Cincinnati, Ohio

Fertilized once with scott's turfbuilder plus in August. Grass is
green and thick in most spots.

when should any of the following be done:

a) plant grass seed in bare spots and thin spots?
b) fertilize again?
c) use weedkiller (for crab grass and cloves)?
d) how low should grass get cut?

I have heard to fertilize right before it snows... which I planned on
doing. Any reason to fertilize now, then again in November? Can I
wait until November?

In addition any "pre-winter" outside home maintainance anyone suggests?