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SOIL PREPARATION

An important step in the success of your lawn is the proper soil preparation.  Money spent at this time will yield many years of trouble-free low-cost maintenance.  The goal is to provide a base in which grass roots can vigorously establish and grow.

bulletRototill the soil to a depth of two to four inches.
bulletRake the soil removing rocks, roots, and other debris.  Leave the soil loose, but level.
bulletKeep the finished grade 1" below sidewalks.
bulletEliminate drainage problems by having soil slope away from foundations.
bulletFertilizer - For best results, a seed starter fertilizer, such as 11-23-10 or 10-18-10, should be applied to soil prior to laying sod.