How to Use a Grass Drill

Grass drills are designed to plant grass seed at a shallow depth. The machine has double-disk openers in front that make contact with the soil to create narrow furrows. The seed then drops from seed boxes into the furrows and packer wheels roll over the soil to tamp it down over the seed. The germination process can then begin. Use a grass drill to plant most varieties of grass, as well as wild flowers and legumes.

Top soil
Rake
Grass seed
Drill
Towing vehicle

Instructions

- 1
  Assess the planting location. Low spots will cause the water to pool which can drown the grass seed. Fill in those areas with top soil and rake until smooth.
- 2
  Hook the drill to an appropriately-sized towing vehicle. The planting equipment typically weighs about 2,200 pounds so at least a half-ton vehicle with a pin-type hitch is required.
- 3
  Adjust the depth bands to achieve accurate planting of the seed. The depth depends on the type of seed. Most grass seeds are drilled at a depth between 1/4 to 3/8 inches deep. Sandy soils require slightly deeper planting.
- 4
  Fill the seed boxes with enough seed to cover the area. Refer to the seed bag for instructions. Typically, use 1 to 2 pounds of Kentucky Bluegrass per acre, 3 to 5 pounds of red fescue and orchardgrass per acre, 8 to 10 pounds of perennial ryegrass per acre, and 5 to 8 pounds of tall fescue per acre.
- 5
  Tow the drill along the planting area in rows. Overlap each row slightly, so the entire area is covered with seed.

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