- Warm-season grasses: Mid-May to early June<\/a><\/li>
- Cool-season grasses: Late August to mid-October<\/a><\/li>
- When to overseed your Tennessee lawn<\/a><\/li>
- More lawn care and landscaping resources for Tennessee<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>
Warm-season grasses: Mid-May to early June<\/span><\/h2>
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Infographic by Juan Rodriguez<\/figcaption><\/figure> The best time to plant warm-season grasses<\/a> like Zoysiagrass, Bermudagrass, and centipedegrass is between mid-May and early June. This is the optimal time for grass growth, as the chart above shows. During this time, the daytime temperatures average around 80\u00b0F and the soil temperatures average 60 to 65\u00b0F, which are ideal conditions for warm-season grasses.<\/p>
May to June is also a great time to apply a round of fertilizer, as your grass is coming out of dormancy. Read our article, When to Fertilize Your Lawn in Tennessee, to learn more.<\/p>
Cool-season grasses: Late August to mid-October<\/span><\/h2>
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Infographic by Juan Rodriguez<\/figcaption><\/figure> As the illustration above shows, cool-season grasses<\/a> grow best when planted between late August and mid-October. During this time, the soil temperatures are between 50 to 65\u00b0F, the daytime air temperature consistently reaches between 60 to 75\u00b0F, and the nighttime temperatures hover around the mid-50s, all of which are ideal growing conditions.<\/p>
Spring planting<\/span><\/h3>
It\u2019s possible to plant cool-season grasses in spring, but planting in fall is preferred for the following reasons:<\/p>
- The soil is still warm from summer, but the air is cooler. Both encourage grass growth.<\/li>
- Fall planting gives your seedlings two growing seasons before summer arrives.<\/li>
- Fewer weeds.<\/li> <\/ul>
When to overseed your Tennessee lawn<\/span><\/h2>
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Allison<\/a> | Adobe Stock Free | License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> The best time to overseed your Tennessee lawn depends on your grass:<\/p>
- Warm-season grass<\/strong>: between May and June. <\/li>
- Cool-season grass<\/strong>: between September and mid-October.<\/li> <\/ul>
Pro Tip<\/strong>: Aerate your lawn before overseeding it to expose more soil, which helps it establish and germinate. Read our article, When to Aerate Your Lawn in Tennessee, to learn more.<\/p>
More lawn care and landscaping resources for Tennessee<\/span><\/h2>
The following articles are a treasure trove of knowledge about lawn care and landscaping in Tennessee:<\/p>
- Month-to-Month Tennessee Lawn Care Schedule<\/li>
- When Does Grass Stop Growing in Tennessee?<\/li>
- When to Plant Clover in Tennessee<\/li>
- The Best Grass Seed for Tennessee Lawns<\/li> <\/ul>
Trust the pros<\/span><\/h2>
Timing is everything when planting grass. But we know you\u2019re busy and might miss these dates. Don\u2019t worry – Lawn Love is here to help. Contact a professional<\/a> and we\u2019ll help you pick the right grass for your lawn and plant it. <\/p>
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- Cool-season grass<\/strong>: between September and mid-October.<\/li> <\/ul>
- Warm-season grass<\/strong>: between May and June. <\/li>
- Cool-season grasses: Late August to mid-October<\/a><\/li>