The Best Dark Grass Seed For Overseeding During The Fall Season

If you're planning to revamp your lawn this autumn and are wondering which type of grass seed is best for overseeding, 'Fireball' perennial ryegrass could be the answer. Overseeding in the fall is a great time because the soil temperatures aren't too cold yet and the additional rain can help your grass grow. 

'Fireball' ryegrass seed is a great choice because it can establish itself quickly and grows a dense, dark green grass that will enhance your yard. Because of this, overseeding with 'Fireball' ryegrass in the fall can help to choke out weeds before they have a chance to grow again. This type of perennial ryegrass is known to cooperate well with other types of grasses, meaning it doesn't already need to be growing on your lawn for you to overseed with it.

When utilizing the overseeding technique on your lawn in the autumn season, it may be difficult to find a bag of pure 'Fireball' ryegrass. Using a grass seed mixture that has about half 'Fireball' should also help to give your lawn that luscious, dark green color. The perennial ryegrass holds up well against cold weathering, allowing it to become green rather early in the spring, and it is resistant to diseases and insects. By overseeding with 'Fireball' perennial ryegrass this fall, you can ensure your yard will look beautiful by next spring.

Before you start spreading 'Fireball' grass seed all over your lawn, you'll need to ensure that the soil temperature is around 55 degrees Fahrenheit and that the first frost is about six weeks away. Additionally, you'll have to properly prepare your lawn before you can start overseeding. Mowing your grass very short and bagging the clippings is a crucial step to remember before overseeding your lawn this fall. This allows the 'Fireball' seed to reach the soil more easily and should get rid of some dead grass. If possible, you'll also want to aerate the soil to help your new grass grow.

If you want to get things moving a bit faster, you can pre-germinate the seeds by placing them in a paint strainer and then into a bucket of water. Change the water every 12 hours, and in 48 hours your 'Fireball' seeds will be ready to go in the ground. Approximately 4 to 5 pounds of seed will be required for every 1,000 square feet of lawn you have. Once you've spread your 'Fireball' grass seeds, make sure to water your lawn a few times a day for several minutes, though this may not be necessary if your area is getting lots of rain. By overseeding with 'Fireball' perennial ryegrass, you can snuff out weeds and have a gorgeous, dark green lawn that's prepared to handle winter.