How to Start a New Lawn The best time to start a new lawn: In
this area the ideal time is late fall just before the rains
begin, but if you miss that chance, plant any time through
winter or early spring. In late fall the soil is still warm and
the grass plants are able to build a good root structure before
the onset of the cold and wet winter. Whether the lawn is to be
seeded, planted to sprigs or plugs, or sodded, it is worthwhile
to provide the best possible soil bed. You should cultivate the
soil and mix in fertilizer. In some instances the old vegetation
can be killed with Roundup or similar weed killer, and the
surface of the soil then be scuffed and reseeded. Do not
cultivate the soil so much that it becomes dusty; soil lumps, in
thumbnail size, make the best surface. Choosing a seed: If you
are going to use seed, choose a good blend. There is no sense in
trying to save a few dollars only to end up with years of extra
work because the seed was weak or the mixture contained many
weed seeds. Visit a good