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finding it hard to level out soil for grass seed.

4390evans4390evans Posts: 34
in Problem solving

Hey guys

Im finding it a bit hard to get the soil level for the grass seed to go down.

I know no one is ever gonna get it perfect but after continuous raking Im still finding hills and valleys.

Anyone got any tips?

Thanks guys 
Jen

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  • Jess is in the GardenJess is in the Garden Posts: 1,022

    Rotivator first?

    Or cheat and use easy to roll turf image

  • PalaisglidePalaisglide Posts: 3,414

    On the bowling green we used a long plank on edge. Set it on one corner and swing the plank across a stretch of soil, you will see the dips and humps. Keep changing the position corner to corner until you get an even tilth.

    Frank.

  • bekkie hughesbekkie hughes Posts: 5,294
    I wouldnt worry too much, if you have kids and/or pets it will have lumps and bumps anyway image
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  • hogweedhogweed Posts: 4,053

    I agree that it could be the way you are using the rake. Do it lightly as you pull it towards you. Don't dig it in and then pull it towards you. Practice makes perfect! Or should that be practise?

    'Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement' - Helen Keller
  • Busy Bee2Busy Bee2 Posts: 1,005
    No, you were right first time. Practice is the noun, practise is the verb. (ex English teacher....!)
  • hogweedhogweed Posts: 4,053

    Thank you!

    'Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement' - Helen Keller
  • Dave MorganDave Morgan Posts: 3,123

    My tip, water it and let it settle for a week. Doesn't matter how good you think you get it you'll still have lumps and bumps, that's why the advice of leaving it till the Autumn to top dress a seeded lawn is there. That way you can see the dips and top dress accordingly. I defy anyone to get it perfect first time.

  • MrToastMrToast Posts: 169
    Oh god I am now dreading levelling mine.
  • MrToastMrToast Posts: 169

    Thanks phillippa smith2, this is how it stands now, just waiting for the greenery to die

     

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