# How to Prep for Planting Grass Seeds
Planting a lawn from seed takes longer to establish than a sod lawn, but it's also much cheaper. Prepare the planting area for the seeds to ensure an optimal growing environment. Grass needs well-drained, rich to sandy soil to grow well. Additionally, organic material helps your soil's texture.
Things You'll Need
- Compost or manure
- Rake
- Hoe
- Herbicide
Instructions
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Rake up all rocks and break up large clumps of soil with a hoe, and then work them into the rest of the soil.
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Remove all the weeds from the ground to prevent weeds from outperforming your grass seed. Use an herbicide to kill a large number of weeds, but avoid planting grass for two to three months after the herbicide application.
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Add a 2- to 3-inch layer of organic material such as compost or manure to the top of the soil. Work the compost into the soil to a depth of 6 to 8 inches; doing so improves aeration and the richness of the soil.
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