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Tom’s Guide
Technology
Katie Mortram

7 mistakes you’re making when planting grass seed

A hand dropping grass seed onto the ground

Spring is finally here, and with it we can give our yard some much needed TLC. One chore many of us take on at this time of year is planting grass seed. Whether you’re patching up bare spots or opting for a whole new lawn, planting grass seed is a rewarding process — it’s one of the ways you can make your grass greener. But, even if you’ve taken the time to learn how to plant grass seed, there are still several mistakes even seasoned gardeners can make. 

Make any of these common mistakes, and you risk jeopardizing the entire process and wasting your efforts. And this is easier to do than you’d think — things can go wrong from preparation and application all the way to aftercare. If you want to steer clear of such errors, we’ve broken down 7 common mistakes everyone makes when planting grass seed. Avoid these and you will give your grass seed the best chance to turn into a lush lawn.

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