There are a lot of steps in planting a real lawn. It can be a time-intensive process and the results are not guaranteed; you could do everything perfectly and still have a lawn that looks less than lovely. But you do have other options – you could opt to install residential artificial turf which requires no effort on your part other than writing a check. Here’s a look at the steps required for each grass option,…you make the call.

Installing a New Natural Lawn
1. Prepare the soil including tilling and turning
2. Mix in nutrients, supplements and compost
3. Level the site with a roller
4. Install a watering / drip system
5. Research and buy the right seed for your climate and growing conditions
6. Spread the seed carefully and evenly
7. Top-dress with a manure and/or straw
8. Roll the surface to ensure strong contact of seed and soil
9. Begin watering regularly
10. Watch birds eat the seeds, despite your top-dressing
11. Watch dogs and cats dig up your dirt thanks to the aroma of manure
12. Begin mowing as soon as the grass is 3”
13. Mow, edge, water, weed and fertilize every weekend for the rest of your life

Installing Residential Artificial Turf
1. Hire a high-quality, reputable artificial lawn company
2. Host a barbecue on your new lawn 24 hours later
3. Repeat step 2 every weekend for the rest of your life

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