Pollock – posted 03 November 2010 04:16
Most of us are very much interested in building a beautiful and attractive grass lawn in our home yard that will be the talk of the neighborhood. But if you are considering the matter seriously, there are a lot of matters you should know to get a grass lawn that will stay a lush green all summer. For many home makers in sydney property inspections conducted by experts give detailed report on the preliminary matters they need to consider when building a grass lawn based on a thorough analysis of the conditions of the property. Things like choosing the right type of grass for your yard, detaching it and irritating it are to be considered primarily. Also a good knowledge about fertilizers, weed control and mowing regimen are also very much important.
As the first step, you need to clear the area of all weeds, previous grass or other impediments using a glyphosate indiscriminate herbicide if needed. Then, till the soil to aerate it and soften it and afterwards the area needs to be properly graded as well. A slight slope away from the house foundation is recommended. Before seeding you should water the area for at least two weeks so that you could destroy the any weeds that may sprout. The next step is applying starter fertilizer and lime and you should make sure an even spreading of it. Before seeding make sure that you tamp the soil as much as possible and you could use a hand temper or a gas one depending on the size of the area in which you intend to grow grass. Now, spread the seed and do water consistently.
[This message has been edited by Pollock (edited 03 November 2010).]