Seeeding, Mowing

[oze]

I have recently (last week) overseeded a few areas of my lawn. I understand the strictures of not mowing until the new little sprouts are at least 3" tall, but if I did this, the rest of that part of my lawn would probably be over 6" tall by then, especially with the twice-daily light watering. That would be fine in the back yard, but not so attractive in the front.

So I ask you, dear experts, when is it safe to mow the overseeded areas with a reasonable expectation of the new grass surviving the experience? Although I cannot tell for sure, I am confident that no germination has taken place yet--should I go for it now, or will I end up sucking up the seeds? Thanks for your guidance.

[JustAGuy]

I've just been very careful in mowing over seeded areas. Making sure not to turn on the little guys.

But the Hover Mow would surely come in handy.


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[oze]

I've just been very careful in mowing over seeded areas. Making sure not to turn on the little guys.

But the Hover Mow would surely come in handy.


http://eastmanind.com/eastmancommercial ... fault.aspx

That looks like a cool toy!

[tlinden]

I mow my overseed when it like the existing grass is going to block any sprouts. The way I see it shaded sprouts is worse than a mow. Just be careful on turns and wait till its driest.

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