Top-dressing grass is a process used to improve the quality of soil, promote healthier roots, and add strong nutrients. It involves applying a mix of nutrient-rich materials to existing lawns. This can be done with a spreader or manually by hand if needed.
The nutrients added through top-dressing will promote root growth, reduce weeds, and help break up compacted layers in your lawn. At its best, top-dressing helps maintain an even surface while adding valuable fertilizer.
When choosing top-dressing materials, pick something that improves the quality of the soil without overloading it with too many nutrients at once. A good mix should contain sand, composts, or manure for organic matter and peat moss for maintaining moisture levels.
Make sure you aerate the lawn before top dressing, as it will allow better water infiltration and prevent any runoff from occurring due to compaction or heavy feeding programs. To use it effectively, wait for dry conditions, then evenly spread the mix across the entire area being treated. Apply light pressure when working the mixture into the soil so as not to disturb existing vegetation above it.
Regular top dressing ensures healthy grass in every season – as long as done properly – giving your lawn room to grow stronger regardless of weather fluctuations or other external factors.