Alright Sprinkler Head, time to give that lawn a little TLC. Summer has probably left your grass looking tired, patchy, and maybe even a little crispy. Fall is the perfect time to overseed and aerate, which is basically lawn rehab. Overseeding fills in the bald spots, while aeration opens up the soil so water and nutrients can actually get where they need to go. But here’s the kicker: if you don’t get your irrigation right, all that effort goes down the drain.
When you overseed, those tiny grass seeds need steady moisture to germinate. That means light, frequent watering—not a flood. Think of it like keeping a damp paper towel moist, not dunking it in a bucket. Water two to three times a day for short bursts to keep the topsoil evenly damp until the seeds sprout. Once your new grass babies are up, gradually switch to fewer, deeper waterings to encourage strong roots.
Aeration also changes the game. Those little holes in the ground help water soak deeper, but they also dry out faster if you neglect them. After aerating, keep an eye on soil moisture and adjust your irrigation cycles so you’re not accidentally leaving your lawn thirsty. The goal is to create an environment where new grass can grow strong without drowning in soggy soil.
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