In the UK, mid-spring and early autumn are usually the best times to sow grass seed. The soil is often warm enough for germination and easier to keep moist than in the height of summer. Early autumn is the RHS’s preferred option when you have a choice, because young grass has time to establish before
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A good grass seed mixture suits the conditions where it will grow and the way you use the lawn. Start with the amount of wear, sunlight and mowing you expect, then compare the species and guidance on the packet. A family lawn used for games has different demands from a fine ornamental lawn. A shaded
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The amount of grass seed you need depends on the size of the area and the sowing rate for the mixture you choose. Measure the lawn in square metres, multiply by the rate on the seed packet, then convert grams to kilograms. Area in m² × sowing rate in g/m² ÷ 1,000 = seed needed
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Wait until new grass is at least 5cm tall and the ground is firm enough to walk on without leaving marks. The RHS recommends a high mower setting for the first cut. Seed mixtures and conditions vary, so check the packet for any specific advice. There is no fixed number of days that suits every
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