On 7/30/2010 9:55 AM, Matt wrote:
Just moved into new construction. Everything in the house seems to be
of average or higher quality, but the grass seed that they spread on
the lawn is coming in extremely clumpy. I will say that it was spread
in June and this has been about the hottest summer on record, but I've
also tried to water every night or morning at least for 10-15 minutes
per area.

Anyway, my question is whether the contractor grade grass seed will
eventually yield a nice plush lawn? Should I overseed with higher
quality seed or just not worry about it until this fall or next spring
when I can see what I'm really dealing with?


depends on what he threw down. If it's K31, it does come up clumpy and
will fill in. If it's anything else, it may have been put down too
thin. Overseeding is always recommended ESPECIALLY on a new one.
There's nothing wrong with using a contractor mix, but keep in mind that
about 1/4 of it is annual rye which will spring up quick and hold the
soil, but it won't be back next year.

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Steve Barker
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