How to Put in Green Grass Seed

Rake the plot of ground you are going to use for planting your lawn. Most unworked soil has a "thatch" sitting on top of it--a layer of dead leaves, weeds, rocks, etc. Grass seed success will depend on the seeds not having to compete with the thatch during growth.

Measure the amount of land you are planting to decide on how much grass seed you need. Different seeds require different planting densities. Follow the manufacturer's directions in regard to the ideal quantity of the seed you are using.

Put your first batch of grass seed into the slit seeder and walk the seeder in a straight line from one end of the plot to the other. The seeder will plant rows of grass seed anywhere from 2 to 6 inches apart. Walk the seeder back and forth on the plot and then repeat moving crossways until each square inch of soil has a row of grass seeds.

Water the lawn well once a day for 7 to 10 days to allow the grass to sprout.