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Starting a New Lawn from Seed in New Jersey

1) Rake debris. 2) Spray weeds, wait 10 days. 3) Rototill top 2 inches. 4) Choose seed for sun/shade. 5) Spread with spreader. 6) Light straw mulch. 7) Starter fertilizer. 8) Water daily 10 days. 9) Then every 2-3 days. 10) First mow at 30 days. For dead sod in front, same process—remove dead grass first.

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