Kids And Lawns – A Perfect Mismatch

It’s late spring and after a chilly winter, children are generally out in the yards relishing the sunshine and the freedom to play. Of course, your lawn may not appreciate the extra wear and tear, particularly if it has been an extra harsh winter. There is not a lot you can do either apart from keeping the kids of your lawn – but then, that defeats the purpose of having a good lawn.

In most cases, kids and lawns don’t go together. However, if you’re a little smarter in your lawn care, you may be able to find a midpoint that keeps everyone happy. There are grass types that do tolerate heavy traffic reasonably well. If you oversow the play areas with these seeds, you may get a blend of grass that looks good and one that wears reasonably well.

You have also got to take into account the seasons. Some grasses grow well in summer while others prefer the cooler winter months. The twist is, if you are in an area that gets very hot and dry, your kids are most likely not going to be too active during summer – at least, not over the lawns unless they receive plenty of shade. Every family is different, every lawn is different. The trick is to get the right blend of lawn that suits your family’s activities, the lawn’s aspect and the season.

To oversow worn areas with a high traffic use, grab the Grass Stitcher and break up the surface of the affected area. So sow your seed and water well. Once the seed has reached a height of two-three inches, cut it back by a third then treat as you do your entire lawn.

Kids and lawns are not a great match – but a little research can change that dramatically.