www.lawnsmith.c... - After you've scarified or raked the lawn it is very beneficial to sow seed all over to speed recovery and thicken the grass
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@mikepembo82972 жыл бұрын
Probably the first and only video I've seen that doesn't assume a regular person has a plethora of specialist lawn tools for the job. Great video.
@jackiesplanthaven2 жыл бұрын
This is exactly the video I was looking for. Simple and Easy instructions!
@qazzell4 жыл бұрын
The best reseeding video for me...Always come back to it👌
@mountain958 Жыл бұрын
I top dressing required?
@nigelbullock90393 жыл бұрын
The master at work. Been buying his products for 4 years and they are excellent
@1068andy4 жыл бұрын
So easy, well explained and the added bonus , he didn’t try to sell a product.
@steverobinson23894 жыл бұрын
Watched this plus a few others before reseed my lawn that had almost died in the middle. Four weeks later I was amazed with the results. Now planning to reseed again in September 2020
@paulcramer567110 ай бұрын
Thank you very much, excellent video ... unlike other videos you take the time to show how things can be done manually, even if you haven't got the specific tools can't wait to get started today
@dianadimmock57583 жыл бұрын
This is something I need to do, having just spent time scarifying my moss filled lawn, hopefully I haven’t messed up doing it now, but I shall follow the advise in this video to overseer. Very useful video
@anseralim625 жыл бұрын
Honest, educative and commercial restraint free!!
@leonelgraca9 жыл бұрын
Its nice to find videos with people explaining well and that (apparently) know what they are talking about. Thanks for sharing.
@obrienqwerty9 жыл бұрын
What a useful video. I am a self-confessed lawn addict but intend seeking help for my condition.
@sunlessirondude4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video, loved the way you broke everything down so throughly
@billypeet80312 жыл бұрын
Love the video simple and easy you feel like you can get the job done now
@macey12943 жыл бұрын
Thank you this is so helpful! The first video I watched on KZfaq wanted me to buy about 10 different products and tools... this seems like the good ol' fashioned way that might require a little more elbow grease but a lot less money!
@naturalobserver3 жыл бұрын
And happily, it's not really more effort at all this way. Dealing with extra products and tools is a pain in itself.... and don't even get me started on dropspreaders - a big energy drain.
@jamescampbell42654 жыл бұрын
Excellent tutorial, suitable for numpty amateurs like me as well as proper gardeners.
@paulglaser6492 жыл бұрын
Another excellent video. Clear helpful and to the point. Thanks for posting
@mikey1981g4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video, watched a few of these but this has been the best by far because you don't waffle on, your video gives you what you need in a very well presented informative video
@Merlin83b7 жыл бұрын
Blimey you weren't kidding about this being a good thigh workout! Halfway across my lawn as I type and feel like I've run 5k!
@FH-js6hg3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your teaching simple and easy👍👍👍
@saraswatih97033 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful lawn ....
@lovethelawn71494 жыл бұрын
Hi just watched and thankfully realized I do it the same way, although I do usually add topdressing on top to keep birds off. How well do you find this way stops the bird activity? . From one uk lawn care addict to another, take care 😊. Keep up the great content!
@lewlowry37333 жыл бұрын
Great video! Thanks for the help. Doing this next week
@user-cu2vp8pz7s10 жыл бұрын
Very good video, I must say that I do like that fertilizer spreader!
@petecurran39954 жыл бұрын
Great skills, chap! My lawn is 300m² and gives me the fear. Still, I determine to conquer it this season!
@margaretlavender96473 жыл бұрын
Ditto. It would be impossible to do all this hand things. Just impossible with my big lawn.
@panoskotsiakis23124 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot! Easy, simple and clear instructions. A video that it's not "Greek" to me as I live in Greece!
@jeromegudgeon3 жыл бұрын
Clear explanation from an expert.
@lennytheleopard4 жыл бұрын
You make it look so easy! I i will give it a go
@lisah60764 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I like the shuffle if you don't have a roller. I don't know what people driving by would think 😆
@scratchgonzo7 жыл бұрын
very well made video thankyou for taking the time
@davewhelan49924 жыл бұрын
Simple explanation and methods. Articulate too. Which helps.
@davidmorrison64713 жыл бұрын
Excellent. Very clear thanks
@timcruse90546 жыл бұрын
Many thanks two brilliant and informative videos
@davidroberts48315 жыл бұрын
Hi like your channel plenty of ideas I’ve just got some grass seed for my lawn I’ve just got to wait for weather to Britten up ❤️🇬🇧David
@amourmtungo6233 жыл бұрын
Thank you lawnsmith good job
@margaretlavender96473 жыл бұрын
All excellently shown. BUT, all this hand worked sowing, brushed into soil……but you have here a small lawn! Mine is so much bigger.
@leeedwards37833 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thank you for sharing. I have just scarifier my lawn which is now looking a bit bare. I also added a combined fertiliser and weed killer which says I shouldn't over seed for 2 weeks. When I do overseed, will I need to add more fertiliser? Can I walk on the grass after overseeding? Thanks for your help. Regards
@LawnsmithTV3 жыл бұрын
At least 2 weeks. Adding more will depend on what you first used. Enquire here thelawnsmith@lawnsmith.co.uk
@ciararespect42963 жыл бұрын
@@LawnsmithTV hi I have used electric lawn raker and. Aerated with metal tines but haven't got a scarifier ? Do I really need one? Also do I really need the fertiliser broadcaster or can I do that by hand. I have a seed spreader but seems I don't really need it.i only have 25sqm lawn
@michaelureadi28846 жыл бұрын
Very informative video...Many thanks
@elizabetsotelo97265 жыл бұрын
This is what I needed, thanks!
@ksyvrbc8 жыл бұрын
very concise. thanks very much
@sreemtech3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing
@joefriday9507 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thanks
@Tomanart4 жыл бұрын
Very good video
@kevinbishop88865 жыл бұрын
A good video and very informative. Just two questions.1 How much seed in grams per square metre should I use. 2. What fertiliser should I use and how much per square metre for overseeding.
@LawnsmithTV5 жыл бұрын
Depends on the seed or the fertiliser. Visit www.lawnsmith.co.uk/ for details
@MrKittenfur8 жыл бұрын
great video , very informative .
@philyoung75995 жыл бұрын
Thanks lawnsmith.
@webbtz35913 жыл бұрын
Great advice .
@Teddibere14 жыл бұрын
When should you apply TOPSOIL?? BEFORE seeding, so the seed has nice new soil to fall onto, or AFTER, hence covering the seed lightly? Many thanks. Thank you for your SUPERB VIDEOS Teddy UK
@LawnsmithTV4 жыл бұрын
Before seeding
@someblokecalleddave16 жыл бұрын
Very commendable.
@zakeebanks97573 жыл бұрын
Great video. What fertiliser would you recommend for a south facing lawn that is only 4 years old
@LawnsmithTV3 жыл бұрын
Have a read of this Zake www.lawnsmith.co.uk/lawn-care-advice/how-to-feed-lawn
@aok19514 жыл бұрын
Very useful video - solid, easy to follow advice without all the hyper razamataz.
@Homebased_Official8 жыл бұрын
very great video
@mcneila36 жыл бұрын
really nicely explained. thanks
@hkschannel58264 жыл бұрын
During germination can i step on the lawn to move around and place the sprinkler at different spots, will it not damage the young grass popping out of the seed if i step on it?
@LawnsmithTV4 жыл бұрын
You can but no twisting and tread gently
@LawnsmithTV10 жыл бұрын
Pete, start mowing as normal but on the highest setting for the first 3 months. A sharp mower is beneficial.
@probrexit73523 жыл бұрын
Am I right in thinking you put fertiliser down straight after seeding?
@margaretpark49617 жыл бұрын
Trying my best Fingers crossed.
@davidfisher32734 жыл бұрын
Very good
@timeprint11174 жыл бұрын
Great video
@michaelwaring61102 жыл бұрын
Hi would this be ok to do in march in the uk? Great video thanks.
@LawnsmithTV2 жыл бұрын
Michael, I would suggest April is a better time. Read this www.lawnsmith.co.uk/lawn-care-advice/scarifying-raking/when-to-rake-or-scarify
@marcink84723 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@SiJax15 жыл бұрын
Purchased the shoulder spreader based on your excellent supportive videos. Would you mind advising what setting you were using in this clip, please? I found that I was on practically the lowest setting for fertiliser once I'd performed the required maths. Thank you.
@LawnsmithTV5 жыл бұрын
We can only supply settings for our fertiliser so email for more info at thelawnsmith@lawnsmith.co.uk
@yahgoshen58154 жыл бұрын
Very nice
@ziabasit87454 жыл бұрын
this is a good video - how do you stop the birds eating the seeds?
@LawnsmithTV4 жыл бұрын
Cover with a large sheet of polythene for a couple of weeks
@thomasrobertson97422 жыл бұрын
What type of fertiliser would you use
@LawnsmithTV2 жыл бұрын
Use one of our seasonal feeds Thomas www.lawnsmith.co.uk/lawn-fertiliser-products
@charlesbaldo4 жыл бұрын
For those of us in the USA a fortnight is 14 days
@Jasesaint4 жыл бұрын
Nice - I didn't realise it was a word Americans did not use, normally we hear the common differences but I guess there's hundreds!?
@Blue60 Жыл бұрын
Do you need to put topsoil on the seeds?
@LawnsmithTV Жыл бұрын
Not necessary at all
@jackframpton36529 жыл бұрын
good video. thank you.
@adampug206gti3 жыл бұрын
I take it this would be for lawns that are already established and you just want to do a top up??
@LawnsmithTV3 жыл бұрын
Correct Adam. Usually after raking or scarifying.
@maddogmccafferty4 жыл бұрын
Could you use iron sulphate as the fertiliser?
@LawnsmithTV4 жыл бұрын
Read this www.lawnsmith.co.uk/topic/fertiliser-advice/iron-sulphate-green-lawn
@LilyellaLondon8 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@jaysteezy_srt68963 жыл бұрын
Do I cut my lawn short before doing this?
@LawnsmithTV3 жыл бұрын
You do Jaysteezy
@robplatt2363 жыл бұрын
Hi. How long after reseeding can you rake the lawn for leaves?
@LawnsmithTV3 жыл бұрын
You need to be very gentle for at least the first 8 weeks. Best to seed in spring if leaves are going to be an issue
@lindsayblack21795 жыл бұрын
Please could you tell me what time of year is best to do this. I assume spring but would like to do it in October if possible.
@LawnsmithTV5 жыл бұрын
Lindsay, spring and autumn are the typical times to over seed. Hope that helps
@thepie40525 жыл бұрын
Great vid 👍
@Homebased_Official8 жыл бұрын
Hi there, Quick question Should i mow the lawn before seeding or can i just spread the seed on a grown lawn
@LawnsmithTV8 жыл бұрын
Emmanual, you need to rake or scarify first as in the first video of the playlist www.lawnsmith.co.uk/lawn-care-videos/aerate-rake-scarify/scarify-rake-lawn.htm
@tomg32453 жыл бұрын
I've just scarified the lawn ,1st April (yer April fools day) is it too early to overseed now
@LawnsmithTV3 жыл бұрын
Go here for advice Tom www.lawnsmith.co.uk/lawn-care-advice/scarifying-raking
@carmelellis8174 жыл бұрын
Great...thanks x
@jameshenderson42254 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the vid, very clear & useful 👍🏽😁 Can this be done in May/June or better to wait until the Autumn?
@LawnsmithTV4 жыл бұрын
April/May or Autumn
@lesliewhicker7409 Жыл бұрын
Why no top dressing
@LawnsmithTV11 ай бұрын
Please see this article for our advice on when we would apply a top dressing - www.lawnsmith.co.uk/lawn-care-advice/soil-lawn-top-dressing/why-apply-top-dressing
@chocksaway1006 жыл бұрын
Informative video thank you.
@PaulJones-bw8io5 жыл бұрын
Hi thanks for the video. How long after overseeding can you cut the grass ?
@LawnsmithTV5 жыл бұрын
Mow as normal on a dry day with sharp blades on a high setting
@tabban213 жыл бұрын
What lawn seed did you use ? Can you provide link please
@LawnsmithTV3 жыл бұрын
They are here Tom www.lawnsmith.co.uk/lawn-grass-seed
@tabban213 жыл бұрын
@@LawnsmithTV awesome thanks!
@Teal47043 жыл бұрын
Great,!,
@xabi14174 жыл бұрын
So is it correct to add fertiliser directly after seeding. Or is the video cut over multiple days? Ps wish you were still active on youtube. Your websites Awesome!
@LawnsmithTV4 жыл бұрын
Yes it is
@trystanhughes88592 жыл бұрын
@@LawnsmithTV sorry, yes it is correct to fertilize directly after seeding or yes the video is cut over multiple days?
@partick985 жыл бұрын
What fertiliser would you recommend for over seeding?
@LawnsmithTV5 жыл бұрын
Graeme, it depends on the season. Have a look at these www.lawnsmith.co.uk/cat/lawn-fertiliser-products
@SuperKiko1128 жыл бұрын
whats that thing you used to spread the fertiliser? thx
@LawnsmithTV8 жыл бұрын
+SuperKiko112 You'll find it here www.lawnsmith.co.uk/prod/fertiliser-seed-spreaders/super-shoulder-fertiliser-spreader.htm
@SuperKiko1128 жыл бұрын
+LawnsmithTV thanks for all the tips . ive subscribed.
@pinctinc8 жыл бұрын
can i overseed in fall(september)?
@LawnsmithTV8 жыл бұрын
Spring or autumn (fall) is the best time
@darrenmarshall68075 жыл бұрын
What fertiliser do you use? 11-5-5?
@LawnsmithTV5 жыл бұрын
Darren, it depends on the season. Have a look at these www.lawnsmith.co.uk/cat/lawn-fertiliser-products
@telabib4 жыл бұрын
How do i stop the birds from eating the seed.
@LawnsmithTV4 жыл бұрын
Cover with polythene sheeting
@margaretlavender96473 жыл бұрын
Blimey! 5 mins watering every day for the next fortnight!!.?? That’s impossible with my big lawn.
@LawnsmithTV2 жыл бұрын
Hi Margaret. Nice to have a big lawn which as you say is difficult to water therefore time your seeding to coincide with wetter weather just as the farmer does.