The lawn has been sown and the wait for the first sprouting blades of grass begins - how long does it take for the lush green to grow?
When you think of your dream lawn, you usually have the image of a mini soccer field in your head - lush green blades and trimmed to an appropriate length. There are no holes through which the ground is visible or any unevenness. For some, this dream will come true - but until then you have to be patient . Many hobby gardeners scratch their feet shortly after sowing and ask: "Well, where is he?"
How long does the lawn take to grow?
Anyone who has sown their lawn freshly must wait around seven to 20 days for the first stalks to sprout, according to Rasen-Experte.de. In general, the growth of the lawn depends on the seeds used and many environmental factors . This includes light, water, air and of course the soil conditions.
For example, if it is particularly cold outside, the lawn grows more slowly, and if it is too warm, it may want to entrench itself in the ground. On the other hand, if the weather stays at a constant temperature for many days, the seeds have a good starting position to sprout. It is also possible that the lawn initially grows unevenly, for example because some areas are in the shade.
Lawn sowing: this is how you help with the growth
Good irrigation is essential for the freshly sown lawn. It also helps if you occasionally loosen the soil with a rake so that some air can get to the seeds. Always look out for weeds that want to make yourself comfortable on your lawn and remove them. Otherwise it will take your grass's place to grow.
As soon as the lawn shows its green stalks, you should allow some time before you mow it for the first time . The tender plantlets need to regain some strength before they are cut.
The lawn is finally thriving, but instead of shining brightly, is it yellow? Here you can read how it turns green again. Also, be careful not to make any of these lawn care mistakes.
By Franziska Kaindl
Very quickly to the green garden: design with turbo plants
To the photo gallery
