How Do You Plant Bermuda Grass In Hay?
Drought resistant and adaptable to a variety of soil types, Bermuda grass is a popular ground covering for lawns, parks and athletic fields. Because Bermuda grass seeds are planted at such a shallow depth, wind and rain can easily move the seeds about and interfere with even distribution of the seeds. This is especially true on a slope as water can cause the seeds to wash downhill. Prevent your seeds from blowing or washing away by planting the seeds under straw or hay. Prepare the soil. Use a tiller to loosen about 2.5 inches of soil. Remove any sticks or stones and break up large soil clumps. Use a grass spreader to distribute the seeds. Use approximately 2 to 3 pounds of seed per 1,000 square feet of ground. Rake the soil lightly so that the seeds are buried between a quarter and a half-inch in the soil. Sprinkle the area with a grass seed starter fertilizer. Follow the instructions for how much to use. Typically one 30-pound bag is used per 600 square feet. Cover the ground with a
