Contents:
- Preparation of the lawn for sowing
- Seed selection and sowing
- How does self-compacting grass work?
- What is the difference between Substral Self-Compacting Grass and other mixtures?
Proper planning of works related to the establishment or renovation of the lawn will result in dense and well-groomed grass. It is important to use good quality seeds and mixtures that will not cause disappointment later.
Preparation of the lawn for sowing
First of all, when setting up a lawn or renovating it, you should tidy up and prepare the ground for sowing. It consists of several steps:
- remove weeds;
- soil cleaning and enrichment;
- ensure the correct pH of the substrate.
Weed removal
We remove weeds from standing turf or soil. The best way is to remove them manually or with herbicides. In the first method, it is important to do it very carefully - we uproot the plants together with the roots, otherwise a stronger weed than before will develop.Important note here - we do not compost weeds!If possible, we burn them to avoid unwanted spreading. As a last resort, we can also use herbicides.After the grace period, approx. 3 weeks, dig the ground and level it.
An important issue is to dig and aerate the soil - this will ensure its refreshment and additionally enrich it with nutrients located at a greater depth. In this way, we will provide better conditions for taking root. Additionally, before sowing, it is worth rolling the soil with a spike roller, which will effectively crush the lumps and compress the surface.
Soil enrichment
When establishing lawns, the nutrient content of the soil is also important. It can be different, because lawns are often established in soils that are not sufficiently rich in nutrients.To such soils it is worth adding organic fertilizers, such as compost and decomposed manure, or mineral fertilizers.The easiest way, however, will be to use from ready-made soil kits for lawns.
Appropriate pH of the substrate
The final and decisive factor that influences the later appearance of the lawn is the pH of the soil. For grassy plants, it should be kept in the range of pH 6.5-6.8, close to neutral.In the case of acidity in the soil - we can reduce it by adding an appropriate amount of lime.
Seed selection and sowing
An important step towards a perfect lawn appearance is seed selection. When looking for the right mixture, we must bear in mind its use. If we want to obtain a permanent and decorative turf, we should look for a variety with the following features:
- resistance to intensive use;
- fast rooting;
- resistance during germination to low temperatures;
- decorative look.
Substral self-compacting grass seeds are an interesting alternative to traditional grass mixtures. First of all, thanks to the reproduction by rhizomes, we will achieve a dense lawn using less seeds.Thanks to this, additional seeding will not be needed, and the turf will regenerate itself after damage.
This variety has been specially developed due to the variability of weather conditions and resistance to intensive use of the lawn.All this while maintaining the intensely green color of the grass and its density. This guarantees a perfect appearance of the lawn, inviting you to play and relax outdoors.
Significant factors favoring the time of sowing grass:
- temperature,
- soil moisture,
- air humidity.
We sow by hand or using a seeder, which will ensure more precise and even distribution of seeds.
For manual sowing, we can use the following method:
- first spread the seeds along and then across the lawn,
- cover the seeds, stirring the top layer of soil with a rake (approx. 2-3 cm deep) or spread a centimeter layer of peat mixed with sand or compost soil,
- water with a gentle, dispersed stream of water.
How does self-compacting grass work?
The seeds of the original self-compacting grass differ from other classic varieties of mixtures mainly by the quality and type of seeds. In the case of Substral self-compacting grass, it is rhizome. The development of the turf begins with a single grain from which a clump grows.After about a month, clumps release lateral rhizomes (so-called stolons), from which more clumps of grass grow - this distinguishes them from grass mixtures, which are additionally of lower quality.
This quality causes the process to be repeated until the turf is dense and uniform. Even during drought or mechanical damage, the process is unwavering and there is no need to re-seed during the season. The resulting turf is inaccessible to weed seeds. This has the added benefit of using this mixture as it eliminates the need to remove weeds.
What is the difference between Substral self-compacting grass and other mixtures?
The emergence of the original self-compacting grass appears much faster than that of ordinary mixed grass. The first sprouts appear a week after sowing. It also happens at temperatures 2-4 degrees Celsius lower than in traditional grass mixtures.
If we want our lawn to be thick for years, choosing the right seeds is crucial.The unique blend of Substral self-compacting grass guarantees high-quality seeds, previously used only on professional turf, playing fields and golf courses.Its characteristic feature is high resistance to trampling and intensive use. The more regularly it is trampled and kneaded, the faster it will branch.Another benefit in favor of choosing this product is resistance to frost and fungal diseases.
User experiences
Substral Self Compacting Grass has gained masses of satisfied audiences who are enjoying great results after sowing the grass. This is evidenced by the experience of experts and positive customer reviews:
Pan Tadeusz
"The purchase was great. Great grass that I'm happy with. Overall, I recommend "
Mr. Janek
"Amazing! I made the lawn at the end of September, it was no longer hot and quite damp. After a month, there was already a lawn (this weather certainly helped). Everyone can see winter what it is like, but after these few months, today the grass is so thick and strong. "
This shows that compared to cheap mixtures, the effect of using the original Substral self-compacting grass is for years - good quality seeds grow a bit slower, but build a strong root system.Recommended by thousands of users, it is a proven solution for a dense lawn for years.
