How to Speed up Grass Germination Easily

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Tip 1 - How do I Speed up Grass Seed Germination? | eHow

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Precinct 1208 | permalink

Getting grass seed to grow requires the proper conditions for seed germination, time and patience. Grass seed requires soil, water, warm temperatures and nutrients in order to germinate. Some grass types, such as Kentucky bluegrass, germinate more slowly than others, such as ryegrass. Choose the right type of grass for your region to ensure good...

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Tip 2 - Soaking grass seed overnight! Am I nuts?

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Bishop Sykes | permalink

Yes, I am soaking 20 lbs of grass seed overnight in a giant brand new plastic garbage can in warm water. As for the "Am I nuts" question, please don't answer that! I met an old Vietnamese guy who had the most beautiful lucious green like-velvet lawn I have EVER seen. When I asked him how h...
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Tip 3 - How to Pre-Germinate Grass Seed

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Susan Brandt | permalink

Waiting for grass seed to sprout is one of the least thrilling aspects of home ownership, but a thick lawn adds appeal to a property. Bare spots demand attention and overseeding helps thicken turf ...

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Tip 4 - Sprout Seeds Overnight...with Scarification!

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Gigi Zub | permalink

How would you like to sprout practically any seed overnight? Of course you would! I like to mess around with plants, but I have always had a hard ti...

For further reading: http://www.instructables.com/id/Sprout-Seeds-Overnightwith-Scarification/ ^[4]

Tip 5 - Understanding Grass Seed Germination

Published: 9 years, 3 month(s) ago | Submitted by Konstantinos Economou | permalink

What improves grass seed germination rates? Do you expect every grass seed to grow? How long until grass first appears? Will old seed still sprout? Germination times listed here.
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