Grass

Well, I was interested to read Anne's article and their future efforts to reinvigorate their lawn.  Norman and I are doing the same thing.  It doesn't seem to be as easy as going to Lowe's, buying a bag of seed, and sprinkling it all about, however.  First, here in the dry south, one needs irrigation.  Then, what kind of grass?  Fescue? Zoysia? Bermuda? Centipede? And, when to plant?  Naturally, the irrigation is the first step.  We have "uncovered" an antiquated system in the front yard (a story in itself!), but have nothing in the back.  OK, step one.  Now, a $15,000 estimate to lay sod has suddenly made us VERY patient.  We will wait the 1-3 years for our centipede seed to fill in.  But, after much research we have found that we need a couple of months of lyme on the yard before laying the seed (which shouldn't be put down until June).  I guess Step Two.  We are told that by August we should see a few delicate sprouts emerging and by next summer things should be looking pretty good.  I think we need our martini pool to see us through process!