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Learn How to Topdress Your Lawn

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Tools/Materials Needed:

  • Topdressing Kit from Fairgreen North:
    • 1 yard of No. 1 Garden Soil Blend in a Resealable Sack
    • 10 kg bag of Starter Fertilizer
    • 1 kg bag of Sun or Shade Grass Seed
  • Garden and Leaf Rakes
  • Seed & Fertilizer Spreader
  • Core Aerator (needed if thatch exceeds 1/2 inch – see step 2 for details)
  • Optional: Lawn Roller

Steps

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Mow Your Lawn:

Trim the grass and clear the clippings. Ensure the blades are not set to cut the grass shorter than 1 ¾ inches.

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Aerate if Necessary:

If thatch buildup is over 1/2 inch, aerate the lawn to remove soil plugs approximately 3/4 inch wide and 2 1/2 – 3 inches long. This opens up the ground, allowing oxygen, water, and nutrients to reach the roots. Consider hiring a professional or renting a core aerator if you prefer DIY.

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Apply Fertilizer:

Distribute the starter fertilizer across your lawn. Refer to our fertilization guide for specific instructions.

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Apply Topdressing Soil:

Evenly spread the garden soil blend over your lawn to a depth of about 1/4 – 1/3 inch. Use the back of a garden rake to work the topdressing down to the soil level.

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Overseed:

Spread grass seed evenly using a suitable seed spreader, based on the size of your lawn.

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Optional Rolling:

To improve seed-soil contact and deter birds, lightly roll the seeded area with a lawn roller.

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Watering:

 If dry weather is expected, water the area gently.

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Benefits of Lawn Topdressing

  • Enhances soil quality
  • Helps retain soil moisture
  • Delivers nutrients directly to the grass’s roots

Topdressing FAQs

This topdressing method enriches your lawn, promoting stronger growth and a more resilient, lush appearance.