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Q: When is the best time to plant, seed, or overseed a lawn?

• <div><p>The best time to plant grass seed depends on your local climate and whether you have cool-season or warm-season grass.</p><p>For cool-season grasses (like tall fescue), the ideal time to seed is late summer or early fall (typically August and September). During this period, the soil is still warm from the summer, but the air is cooler, creating optimal conditions for germination and root establishment before winter. There is also less competition from weeds. Spring is a secondary option, but cooler soil temperatures, the risk of a late frost, and less time for the grass to mature before summer heat can make it less successful.</p><p>For warm-season grasses (like St. Augustine), the best time to plant is from late spring through mid-summer (typically May and June), when temperatures are consistently between 75 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit.</p><p>In general, it is best to avoid seeding during winter or early spring, as cold soil and air can prevent seeds from germinating. For recommendations tailored to your specific grass type and climate, consider consulting a local lawn care professional.</p></div>

Q: What should I do if I cut my grass too short?

• <div><p>If your grass is stressed from being over-trimmed, try watering it heavily and then allowing it to recover for at least two weeks before mowing again. If you notice <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-are-brown-patches-my-grass.htm">brown patches</a> where the grass has died off because it&rsquo;s too short, you should remove the dead grass and overseed the area. Leaving dead patches can invite weeds and other problems, so if you want a totally green lawn, getting rid of dead patches should include removing the dead sections before reseeding the area.</p></div>

Q: Should you fertilize new grass seed?

• <div><p>Yes, but the best approach is to apply fertilizer well before you actually sprinkle the seeds. Apply fertilizer with an NPK ratio somewhere around 10-10-20, or 10-10-10, depending on soil test results and the type of grass you're planting, about six to eight weeks before planting grass seed. This mix added to loosened soil will give the grass seed its best chance of getting off to a solid start. </p></div>

Q: Will grass seed grow if I throw it on the ground?

• <div><p>Technically, yes, at least some of the grass seed you throw on the ground will germinate. If the area doesn&rsquo;t have good drainage, rain or overwatering can move seeds before they have germinated, leaving your patches still patchy. What does grow won&rsquo;t have strong roots if there isn&rsquo;t proper aeration.</p></div>

Q: How do I bring my yard back to life?

• <div><p>If your lawn and general landscape are struggling, consider calling a local landscape specialist to suggest lawn amendments, local plants, and hardscape changes to boost the long-term health of your outdoor space. While you may be able to take on small projects yourself&mdash;such as <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/reseeding-and-repairing-lawn.htm">reseeding your lawn</a> or testing the soil&mdash;a professional can help you build a plan to bring a struggling yard back to life quickly.</p></div>

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Last update on January 13, 2021

Reviewed in January 2021
Don did a terrific job of designing and executing our landscaping project. The project included integrating a pool and surrounding landscaping into our hillside property. HIs work included moss rock retaining walls, drainage, plant selection & installation, irrigation, flagstone walkways,...
DL Junkins Designs
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Reviewed in October 2020
Quality profession work on our lawn/yard irrigation system
Perry's Landscaping
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Reviewed in December 2019
They did a great job. They Cleaned up after and left the yard beautiful. We love the artificial lawn, and we are hiring them agin to do other yard projects.
Elite Private Landscape, Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2019
Very badly. They frequently did not do what the said they would do (repeatedly not showing up when they said they’d come, constant delays, planting with no follow up with irrigation in the very hot summer, agreeing to lock our garage because we were going out of town and then not leaving our...
LAVISH GARDENS LANDSCAPE
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Reviewed in November 2019
Work crew was hard-working, efficient, on time and cleaned up after each day. Foreman was on site, explained each day's work, explained how to care for new lawn. Crew did extra work, wiring and improving watering system already in place. Good follow-up by owner as well.
Figs Landscaping, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2019
I put my sprinkler problem out on HomeAdvisor, and Raul at 916 Irrigation responded right away. He came to my home, diagnosed the problem, had all the parts needed in his work vehicle, and was done in an hour. I was very impressed.
916Solution
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Reviewed in August 2018
They do a fair job. If I had time I'd do it myself. A couple of years ago after they left I found my solar bird bath cord in pieces on the lawn it looked like the lawn mower blade cut it up. I informed them and took the price off of my maintenance bill. On July 3, 2018 after they left I found my...
JM Clean Ups
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Reviewed in October 2017
Great Job! They were here on time and you would never know they were here when they left except the new Sod Lawn was BEAUTIFUL! Their work to make the changes in the existing irrigation system was spot on! I thought about doing this myself, but after watching their professional knowhow and...
Paradise Lawns
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Ibarra Landscape

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Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"I couldn’t be happier with the work Ibarra Landscape did on my property. From start to finish, they were professional, punctual, and attentive to detail. The crew transformed my yard beautifully — the lawn looks lush and clean, and the new plants and stonework really made a difference."

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"Excellent communication, prompt, courteous, friendly, good price for service done. Completed the project the next day. Would definitely hire again."

Response time1 day

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Full Circle Garden Solutions

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Serving Colfax, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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Small jobs welcome

"Sam from Full Circle is a solid guy. He has an eye for an aesthetic that fits the foothills and experience to back it up. It was great working with Sam and I am looking forward to our next project together."

Response time9 hrs

Recommended by80%of homeowners

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Joca landscaping services

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Reliable local company that had over 25 year in Landscaping experience. professional Landscaping Services no job to small or too big. Irrigation repairs and installs clean ups weekly or monthly maintenance. We also install artificial turf

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Becerras Gardening

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Hello my name is Javier been in the landscaping business over 25 years locally owned and operated In the natomas area but work all over Sacramento maintaining people's yard I do 15 a day mow trim edge weed and blow very reasonable and honest prices

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Forever Synturf

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We specialize in high-quality synthetic turf installation designed to give you a clean, low-maintenance, and long-lasting lawn all year round. Our team focuses on precision, durability, and attention to detail to ensure every project looks natural and performs at a high level.\nWhether you’re upgrading your backyard, improving curb appeal, or creating a pet- or kid-friendly space, we deliver reliable results tailored to your needs. We take pride in honest pricing, clear communication, and work that speaks for itself.

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CodyLW

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Just a dad trying to make a few extra dollars to keep his family afloat I can offer a lot from little handy man fixes to towing and moving things with my truck and trailer

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Multitude services llc

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Sam the Handyman

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Hi,\nMy name is Samuel and I provide a wide array of home services including landscaping, lawn care, tree trimming, stump and brush removal, property cleanup, as well as many small repairs. Please contact me if you need help with any small repairs, maintenance or upkeep around your house or property!

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Ironclad Logistics & Contracting

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We are Ironclad Logistics & Contracting LLC. Based out of placer county, we serve all of NorCal from the Bay Area up to the Oregon border. We offer site preparation and cleanup, light demo, grading, excavation, land clearing, debris hauling, and more. Check out our site ironcladlc.com

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Lawn Irrigation questions, answered by experts

The best time to plant grass seed depends on your local climate and whether you have cool-season or warm-season grass.

For cool-season grasses (like tall fescue), the ideal time to seed is late summer or early fall (typically August and September). During this period, the soil is still warm from the summer, but the air is cooler, creating optimal conditions for germination and root establishment before winter. There is also less competition from weeds. Spring is a secondary option, but cooler soil temperatures, the risk of a late frost, and less time for the grass to mature before summer heat can make it less successful.

For warm-season grasses (like St. Augustine), the best time to plant is from late spring through mid-summer (typically May and June), when temperatures are consistently between 75 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit.

In general, it is best to avoid seeding during winter or early spring, as cold soil and air can prevent seeds from germinating. For recommendations tailored to your specific grass type and climate, consider consulting a local lawn care professional.

If your grass is stressed from being over-trimmed, try watering it heavily and then allowing it to recover for at least two weeks before mowing again. If you notice brown patches where the grass has died off because it’s too short, you should remove the dead grass and overseed the area. Leaving dead patches can invite weeds and other problems, so if you want a totally green lawn, getting rid of dead patches should include removing the dead sections before reseeding the area.

Yes, but the best approach is to apply fertilizer well before you actually sprinkle the seeds. Apply fertilizer with an NPK ratio somewhere around 10-10-20, or 10-10-10, depending on soil test results and the type of grass you're planting, about six to eight weeks before planting grass seed. This mix added to loosened soil will give the grass seed its best chance of getting off to a solid start.

Technically, yes, at least some of the grass seed you throw on the ground will germinate. If the area doesn’t have good drainage, rain or overwatering can move seeds before they have germinated, leaving your patches still patchy. What does grow won’t have strong roots if there isn’t proper aeration.

If your lawn and general landscape are struggling, consider calling a local landscape specialist to suggest lawn amendments, local plants, and hardscape changes to boost the long-term health of your outdoor space. While you may be able to take on small projects yourself—such as reseeding your lawn or testing the soil—a professional can help you build a plan to bring a struggling yard back to life quickly.

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