What is Top-Dressing? |
Top-dressing a lawn is the process of adding a thin layer of compost material over the lawn. Typically 1/4 inch - 1/2 inch of compost is spread across the lawn. The material can be worked into the thatch area by raking, washed in with rain or sprinklers, or allowed to settle on its own. We then spread premium disease resistant grass seed on top of the layer of compost.
Aerating your lawn before top-dressing will create the perfect seed bed for the compost and grass seed. It also opens up the soil, allowing for better air and water movement as well as reduced compaction. |
Why Top-Dress Your Lawn? |
There are numerous reasons for top-dressing. As a soil amendment, topdressing can improve soil biology by adding organic matter and the beneficial microorganisms of compost. Top-dressing regularly can smooth out bumps and encourages a dense, lush lawn.
Top-dressing reduces lawn stresses, helps keep thatch under control and acts as a long-term natural fertilizer. We can help you grow a thicker, greener, healthier lawn! Call us today! |