Over-seeding process begins mid to late September

• reduce the amount of irrigation applied to the turf
• reduce water to the point the turf is stressed but not turning brown
• do not eliminate irrigation

Begin reducing mowing heights

• reduce heights ¼ to ½ inches weekly
• remove grass clippings
• desired final height of ½ inch

The height should not be lowered below ½ inch

• lower heights are not necessary for germination
• lower heights will affect the ability of Bermuda grass to re-establish in the spring
• lower heights will also cause wear or damage to mowing equipment

Schedule seeding after October 15th

• this is the date average night time temperatures drop below 60 degrees
• Bermuda growth slows significantly
• seeding before this will result in rapid re-growth of Bermuda
• areas with heavy re-growth will become unsightly in December when Bermuda grass goes dormant

* If during the final mowing dust is noticed it can be suppressed by slightly wetting the turf

Apply seed

• use HTI III ryegrass
• one pound per 50-100 sq ft
• best done by using multiple passes in a crisscross pattern
• use Humus Gro Seed Cover for quicker germination and a much thicker and fuller lawn

Increase irrigation

• seed must be kept moist
• run off should be avoided so seed remains in place
• short cycles at regular intervals ( every 2 hours during daylight )
• constant monitoring is required
• failure to do this will result in poor germination
• maintain this schedule until the first mowing (approximately 2 – 3 weeks )

Mow turf when it reaches 2 inches

Re-seed areas with poor germination and top dress where necessary

Fertilize with Turf Royal after your second mowing

Manage water for established turf