Should I fertilize soil before planting grass seed?

• <div><p>Properly preparing the soil for planting grass seed may include applying fertilizer several weeks before spreading the seed if you plan to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/overseed-lawn-guide.htm">overseed the lawn</a>. However, in most cases involving a brand-new lawn, spreading a starter fertilizer along with the grass seed will give it the best chance of taking root quickly and growing strong. </p></div>

Will grass fill in bare spots on its own?

• <div><p>Whether or not grass will fill in bare spots itself depends on the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-identify-lawn-grass.htm">type of grass you have</a>. For example, grass with rhizomes (e.g., Bermuda grass) and stolons (e.g., Saint Augustine grass) will naturally fill in bald spots as it spreads laterally. However, clump-forming grasses will not spread. </p></div>

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Q: What will kill dandelions but not grass?

• <div><p>Look for a broadleaf herbicide, one that has been formulated specifically for dandelions and is considered grass-safe.</p></div>

Q: How do I stop my grass from growing so fast?

• <div><p>If you notice your grass is growing quickly and it&rsquo;s hard to keep up, cut down on how much you water and fertilize it. Another helpful method is to mow the grass at the highest setting your mower will allow. Mowing at a higher setting slows grass growth since the blades won&rsquo;t need to repair themselves as quickly if they&rsquo;re kept at a longer length.</p></div>

Q: How long will it take my grass to recover from overfertilization?

• <div><p>If you apply too much fertilizer to your grass, it can take about three weeks to recover. If you still have dead patches after three weeks, it might be time to remove the dead grass and overseed the affected area. Since overfertilizing can also cause problems with fungus, leading to further damage to the grass, monitor your grass color and growth for one month after over fertilizing.</p></div>

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