Reseeding Before and After

Image sequence of Bayside sandbelt lawn

Reseeded™ by Bayside Lawn and Turf Reseeding June 1, 2014. Image sequence showing mostly dormant Santa-Ana couch lawn, largely overtaken with annual weeds in shade regions.

Images show 1. intital degraded lawn 2.mowed low in preparation for reseeding  3. immediately following reseeding (prior to rolling) and 4. germination and establishment at 14 days. Various shots at 14 days post reseeding  6. At 21 days  7. at 37 days and following first nip cut. 8. At 70 days following 2nd cut.  Note: Nil weed control pre or post seeding

The turfgrass variety sown is Derby Extreme turf-type, fine-leaf, perennial ryegrass, blue tag certified supplied by Heritage Seeds. Germination within the slits was evident at around 9 days from June 1st sowing.

 

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