Overseeding is a great way to fill in any bare or patchy areas on your lawn in Michigan with new grass growth. However, before you have your lawn overseeded, there are some things you should do to prepare for it. First, you should mow your lawn shorter than usual to ensure the seeds can make good contact with the soil. Next, you should remove any debris from your lawn that could block the seeds from reaching the ground. Finally, you should have your lawn aerated to loosen compacted soil and create small holes for the seeds to fall into. By taking these steps, you can help ensure that your overseeding project is successful and results in a beautiful, lush lawn.

Mow your lawn shorter than usual before overseeding.

Freshly mowed lawn with striping in Macomb, MI.

Before you have your lawn overseeded, you should mow it shorter than usual. This is because when you mow your lawn short, it will allow the seeds to make good contact with the soil. If your grass is too long, the seeds may get caught in the blades and won't be able to reach the soil. Tall grass can also block sunlight from reaching the seeds. By mowing your lawn short, you can help ensure that the seeds reach the soil and get optimal sun exposure, creating optimal conditions for germination.

Remove any debris from your lawn before overseeding.

Another thing you should do before overseeding is to remove any debris from your lawn. Things like sticks, leaves, rocks, and other debris can block the seeds from making contact with the soil, plus hinder sunlight and water from reaching them. If the seeds can't make contact with the soil or access the resources they need, they will have a more difficult time establishing. By removing any debris from your lawn, you can help ensure that the seeds have a clear path to the soil and the necessary resources, increasing their chances of successfully establishing and growing into beautiful, lush grass.

Aerate your lawn before overseeding.

Closeup of core aerator tines on a lawn in Macomb, MI.

One of the most important things you should do before you have your lawn overseeded is to have it aerated. Aeration involves pulling up plugs of soil from your lawn to loosen compacted soil and create channels for water, air, and nutrients to reach the roots of your grass. When you have your lawn aerated before overseeding, the seeds will fall into the holes created during the aeration process. This will give the seeds excellent seed-to-soil contact and protect them from being blown away by the wind or eaten by animals. What's more, the seeds will have better access to the resources they need to germinate and establish themselves in the soil. By having your lawn aerated before overseeding, you can help ensure that the seeds have the best chance of successfully germinating and developing.

Overseeding should be done in the fall to ensure conditions are ideal for seed germination.

Call us today to sign up for our overseeding service!

If you want to make your lawn lusher and thicker, we are here to help. At Big Lakes Lawncare, we offer an overseeding service that involves spreading seeds across your lawn to fill in bare, patchy areas with new grass growth. You can also pair it with our aeration service to give the seeds optimal conditions to germinate, maximizing the benefits from both!

Our overseeding service is offered to residential and commercial properties, as well as HOAs, in Macomb, Shelby, Chesterfield, MI, and throughout the surrounding areas. Give us a call today at (586) 200-0855 to sign up. We look forward to helping you achieve the lush, green lawn of your dreams!