Do You Water After Grass Seed?

Water new grass seed for 5 to 10 minutes immediately after planting to gently moisten the first several inches of soil.

Should you water after putting grass seed down?

Once the grass seeds germinate, you should water for a longer period once a day. The frequency of watering should slowly reduce to a long soak of about 40 minutes on alternate days then cut down to 2-3 days a week. The aim of watering after germination is to assist the grass to form deeper roots.

How soon after seeding should I water?

An existing lawn being over-seeded

Normally a lawn should be watered deeply but infrequently, but when you are watering for new grass seed, you must water every day. Set automatic timers for about 5 to 10 minutes, early in the morning, and again at mid-day.