June is a great month to plant buffalo grass. It grows in warm weather and fits North America’s dry, hot climates. This guide shows good points and hard parts of buffalo grass. It gives clear steps to sow its seed for an easy-care, enduring lawn.
Understanding Buffalo Grass
Good Points
Buffalo grass (Buchloe dactyloides) does well in warm places. It stands heat well and saves water use. Homeowners who want a strong grass may pick it instead of cool-season types that can fail in heat. Key points include:
- • Heat tolerance: It grows well when it is hot.
- • Cool weather stops: It can live even when it is a bit cold.
- • Easy care: Once it grows, you mow, water, and feed it less than other types.
Hard Parts
Buffalo grass is not free of issues:
- • Spring browning: It may turn brown in early spring, while other grasses green sooner.
- • Light needs: It does not grow well in shade. If your lawn stays dark, try using another grass like fine fescue.
Preparing for Seeding
Before you sow buffalo grass, you must get the soil ready. This work helps the seed to grow strong.
1. Remove Old Plants
Start by taking out old grass and weeds. You can spread a weed killer or pull them out by hand. Do this a couple of weeks before you plant the seed. This step lets the old plants die off.
2. Ready the Soil
Next, work the soil so that the seed can take root:
- • Cutting low: Mow the old grass as short as you can. This gives a clean field for planting.
- • Breaking the surface: If the top soil is hard, use a garden claw or rake to break it up. The goal is to give the seed loose soil without the weeds coming up.
- • Light topsoil: If your soil feels heavy, add a thin spread of topsoil. Do not use more than half an inch.
3. Roll the Soil
A light roll on the soil pushes the seed into close contact with the soil. This roll step makes good seed growth more likely.
Sowing Buffalo Grass Seed
Seed Amount
Spread about 2 to 3 pounds of seed per 1,000 square feet. For small areas, hand spreading works better than a machine spreader.
1. Spread the Seed
Evenly throw the seed on the prepared area. It is okay if you use a bit more seed. Buffalo grass can spread through runners and will fill spots that have less seed.
2. Light Cover (Optional)
If needed, add a thin layer of topsoil over the seed. This cover helps the seed start to grow. Be sure not to cover the seed too deep.
3. Roll the Area Again
A second light roll pushes the seed into the soil. This roll step helps the seed stick and start to grow.
Post-Seeding Care
Feeding
A starter fertilizer can help the grass grow. You can add a few days after seeding if you do not have it right away.
Watering
Keep the soil moist until the seed starts to grow. You may water by hand or use a sprinkler with a timer. Watering a couple of times a day helps the seed sprout.
Optional Straw Cover
You may cover the new seed with straw. It keeps the soil moist and stops the seed from washing away.
Conclusion
Planting buffalo grass in June can give you a lawn that stands heat and dryness. With ready soil, clear sowing steps, and proper care, you can get a strong lawn that needs little work. This guide shows each step so you can sow your buffalo grass seed with care and get a beautiful lawn.
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