Site Preparation

If your ground is compacted, rototill to a depth of 3-4 inches. Remove all dirt clods, branches, and other debris. Rake smooth and level. To eliminate drainage problems, slope soil away from foundations, etc. If topsoil / lawn prep was placed on the area, use a roller 1/3 full of water and roll the area to firm up the soil. Watering the area thoroughly a couple of days prior to installation will help reveal these areas also.

We do not recommend using pre-plant fertilizer unless it is rototilled or raked and watered into the soil. When using a pre-plant fertilizer we recommend using 4-5 lbs. per 1000 square feet of a well-balanced fertilizer (Pink, 16-16-16-7).