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| I live in Sarnia, Ontario (right across from Port Huron Michigan...1hr from Detroit).
I have just installed a pool and outbuilding and the yard is destroyed, which i am happy with...since the grass was always terrible. I previously had about 14" of sandy soil overtop of pure sand. not ideal for 3/4 acre without an irrigation system. The pool hit the water table, so the yard had to be brought up, so i now have mostly clay, but it came from several sources.... I just received an irrigation package, so i hope to install (35) hunter rotors in the next couple of weeks the final grading is almost complete, i then want to get the irrigation in and would love to seed, but I am sure, the recommendation will be to get soil testing done (i will obey). of course this will take time...so how late is too late to seed? I really want to do this right the first time and if need, will seed in the spring...but with 4 kids and a dog...i am under some pressure from the the home boss to "git'er done"! looking online, i found a recommended mix for Michigan: Award, Bedazzled and Boutique. I would love to hear any recommendations from you fine folks here. And to save on shipping, it would be great to get all the seed from one supplier if possible... Pawnee seems to have a great selection. thanks so much! |
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- Posted by bassplayer7 6 (My Page) on Tue, Oct 11, 11 at 7:40
| Unfortunately it's probably too late (especially up there) to seed. And KBG is extremely slow to sprout. You may have a better chance with fescue, but even that is questionable, and KBG is likely the better bet for your area. You can try dormant seeding, but sod (if you can afford it) would be the best, fastest way. KBG is best installed with sod. |
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| Yup too late. Buy a Ferrari and park it in your driveway, that will make your neighbors envious. I second the suggestion to dormant seed if sod is not an option due to cost. |
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- Posted by JimmyTheGlove none (My Page) on Wed, Oct 19, 11 at 12:10
| I'd go with the Ferrari suggestion.. I know that's not at all what you want to hear but dormant seeding really is your best bet. Best of luck to ya! |
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| When I lived in CT several years ago I had sod put down in early November and that worked out but that climate is a bit milder than yours. Perhaps sod it in the spring? |
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| I'm in Michigan and faced with a similar situation. According to research the best time to seed is late August/ early September, the second best time is a winter dormant seed and the last recommended time is in the spring. The timing is perfect to prep for a dormant seed. I just placed an order with Hogan. I'm using a blend of KYB and fescues - ordered "Award" "Rembrandt" and "Zodiac" - all good cultivars for our area. While I did research beforehand, Hogan was extremely helpful in clearing up a few matters. The prices aren't bad. I highly recommend them. |
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| Found the link to the research. |
Here is a link that might be useful: Ohio State Dormant Seed Research
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