Patchy Lawn / Best way to grow from seed

Hi all,

Im new to this forum so Hi.

Basically i moved into my new house last July and i really want my garden looking good this summer.
When we moved in the garden was terrible so we had to start again.New Lawn and borders etc and it looks great.

Well apart from a few patches that are coming up on the lawn. Whats the best way to tackle this ?

Also i want a lovely colourful garden this year so ive ordered some seeds and a few seed trays to grow in.Could someone please tell me the best way to do this.

Thanks

 

Buy some nice potting compost.
Fill the trays with it and pat it down firmly.
If big seeds, you can see them and space them out on your tray. If they are tiny seeds I tend to mix them with some dry sand and sprinkle all over the tray.
Then cover with a light layer of compost and water well with tepid water.
Place somewhere light and warm.
This works for most seeds, but do check the instructions on the packets, as some seeds prefer darkness to germinate.
Instructions will tell you what time of year to sow and other special details.

Good Luck!

 

Don't know about the grass tho'. Perhaps someone else can advise on that?

 

This might help; http://tinyurl.com/vr84a

 

The best time to re-seed is autumn or spring when the soil is moist and warm.
Or you could re-turf the patches.
Cut a piece of turf just a little bit bigger than the patch in the shape of a square and place over the patch.
Cut around the patch, using the turf as a template, so a perfect fit is made.
Remove soil and place turf in hole, pat down and water.