How Do You Get Grass Seed To Grow Beside A New Concrete Foundation?
Grow grass next to a new foundation by properly seeding the grass and facilitating a future environment conductive to the growth of grass. Grass is a generic name for numerous individual species of small plants requiring direct sunlight, high pH, and moist top soil. Growing grass next to a new foundation includes specific challenges with sunlight and soil mineralogy. Rake around the foundation aggressively with a metal rake. Remove all rocks and organic debris. Add 1/2 inch layer of clean top soil or potting soil above the area with a shovel. Gently rake the clean top soil to distribute it evenly. Over-seed the area with grass seed by hand or use a seed disperser. Ensure dense, uniform distribution throughout the area. Sprinkle 1/8 inch layer of lawn lime over the grass seed using a small gardening shovel. Lawn lime creates a favorable grass environment over time by increasing the top soil’s pH balance. Add 1/4 inch layer of clean compost or peat moss fertilizer over the lime and seeds
