Whether you own a home or a commercial property, having lush, inviting outdoor spaces is always a top priority. After spending time and effort on landscape design, hardscaping elements, and greenery, you may want to consider overseeding your grass. If you're unfamiliar with this process, here's a quick guide to review. 

What Is Lawn Overseeding?

Overseeding is the process of spreading grass seeds over your existing lawn. Unlike reseeding, which entails killing and removing the existing grass and weeds that live in your outdoor spaces, overseeding is the simple, low-maintenance alternative that allows you to simply plant additional grass over what's currently growing.  

How Does It Benefit Grass?

The primary goal of overseeding is to create a lush, full, and beautifully thick lawn. Adding more seeds on top of your existing grass can thicken growth and fill in any dead or sparse patches. This process is done frequently when an outdoor space has ongoing foot traffic or is used heavily for sports and public gatherings. 

By overseeding your lawn, you'll enjoy a lush, uniform lawn without thinning areas. Plus, with thicker growth, there's less room for weeds or disease to set in. As a result, lawn maintenance will be simplified, and you'll reduce the risk of having to spend extra time and money to reseed your yard entirely. 

When Should You Overseed?

With cool-season grass, fall is the ideal time of year for overseeding. With warm soil and cool air, your grass seeds will have less competition from weeds when it comes to growth. Germination will be easier during fall weather. 

For the best results, lawn experts may recommend overseeding again in the early spring. This is particularly true in the South as the soil and air conditions become prime again. 

If you're looking for experienced help with overseeding your outdoor space, Elite Landscape Services has you covered. Based in Woodstock, GA, this family-owned hardscaping and landscape design company has served clients across Cherokee County for over 20 years. To discuss your commercial or residential needs, call today at (770) 881-7750. For more information on their specialties and commitment to year-round landscape management, visit their website.