Using COMPOST to cover GRASS seed / Lawn GOALS start with this

Using COMPOST to cover GRASS seed is one way to get the grass seed up and away quickly as it holds onto water better than sand does, but you can not level lawns with compost, today I scalp the grass as short as I can to remove the top growth , this allows the grass to start from scratch and new fresh shoots will carry us forward into the summer along with the new grass seed, after scalping the grass I scarify to remove thatch, twigs, leaves from the surface and create grooves in the grass for the new seed to fall into to offer better protection along with the compost on top.
the compost I like to use is jacks magic as this contains hardly any big lumps which can be troublesome to the grass at first, this helps the grass seed to get off to a great start.
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Daniel Hibbert Lawn Expert aims to bring you easy to follow and understand methods, tips and most importantly end results to make your lawn care journey enjoyable and successful, With over 25 years of working on domestic lawns there is not much I don't know and am happy to guide everyone on the way to their own lawn dreams
Throughout history men have always been drawn to grass, weather it be in the park , a sports ground or simply in your own garden, there's just something about those quintessential British stripes that makes you want them for yourself, not to mention getting on over on your neighbours. Follow Daniel on his lawn journeys, in his step by step videos this year, whilst you create your own lawn journey. Achieving that dream lawn you have always wanted with simple and easy to follow methods, the lawn you have always dreamed of is only a grass seed away

[@clippertae]

Watching a master at work

[@Nathan-ho7vr]

I like when you mention the grass types at the starts of videos. I also really like when you tell us the actual height of cuts as oppose to the mower settings. I used to think I had a really short cut lawn at 50mm...

[@G.Family.]

Great Work!! This was more entertaining and enjoyable than anything on Netflix 👍

[@TeslaBoy123]

Whaoo i respect this man is a hard working man doing all this alone 👍

[@davefrancis7213]

Thanks for the video. After watching this last night I got up early and done mine now. Just finished it. Had to use a rake scarifier that’s about 50 years old 😂.

[@leaadawson]

Another smashing video! Can’t wait to see it after sow pro, grace and equilibrium too! This is gonna be ace 😍

[@johncawley807]

Thanks so much again Dan. I did mine on Sunday, following a previous video of yours. Have to say I didn’t scalp it as I did last year, but found Jacks magic easy to put down. And a huge plus…… I finished in time for the match, well done the mighty reds YNWA

[@zmjackson1]

Bam! The championship lawn in action. I bet each grass plant rejoices when you show up. The kensy looking good too. Nice and sharp.

[@SamsungJ-wy4iq]

Flipping heck Daniel you are like the Erling Haaland of the grass world, just immense, thanks for sharing some tips. If I can get my lawn looking 20% as good as this I'll be happy! :-)

[@danwilliamson136]

Thanks for another amazing video. Your passion not only to get your customers lawns looking great but even us watching you videos is second to none. Appreciate all the top tips you give us

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

No probs plenty more where they come from

[@rbarrett5224]

Timely video - did mine today with Jacks Magic, followed by my order of SOW PRO and GRACE combo - love it

[@15alex]

Just did my lawn today - same method. 40m2 approx and used about 3 and a half bags of jacks. Loads of crap in my bags too.

[@fletchdini]

Did this today - wish me luck, hope the warm wet weather holds for a couple more weeks

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Luck you got with this heatwave

[@felicializzielliving2637]

Dude I am over here dying laughing, but in a good way😊🤣 That intro was EPIC. I felt like I was watching a movie trailer 👍🏾

[@iamburko]

Well, I've learned something today! (No light needed for germination).

[@stewartmacpherson3230]

News to me too 🙄

[@theveryfirst]

Thanks for these very informative videos. They are dummy proof which is important!

[@mitchellhernaman8619]

Thanks for the tips. Will carry a fork round now. Jacks magic have a New improved recipe from the bag I bought last week and was full of stones. Never had the problem before!

[@chriswalker7647]

Excellent video hopefully after watching your videos I can try sort my lawn out.keep up the great work 👍

[@stewartmacpherson3230]

Another great video Dan. Especially as that's what we're all doing just now or planning to do (I've done 2 of 3) just worried that I might have applied too much Jack's. I'm also growing some small trays of grass in the house but given what you said I can take them off the window sil and put them on the radiator until they germinate. Thanks again for all your vids

[@CGatta71]

Getting your dirt right is the best way to a green lawn✅🌱

[@ianbird6997]

Amazing work Dan👍

[@ianmozi]

Brilliant and down to earth video, very informative 👍

[@elbanj]

This was brilliant. Just what I needed. Thanks Dan :)

[@chrisbatt8110]

Another quality no nonsense video 👍👍 Thanks Daniel

[@Sophsfghds]

If you can’t follow that then give up lol. Top instructions my friend👍

[@Peakwanderer]

I'm amazed by the big areas you filled in with sand, I would have thought they'd need to be soil for the seed to grow in and also match the rest, obviously your experience tells me that's not the case?I hate the raking up too.

[@Peakwanderer]

I now see that the sand is more than just building sand.

[@owdred6314]

Daniel what type of sand should I use ?

[@webgibs]

Great work wish you were near me , I will try and follow the tips got 600sq metres big big job !

[@whitevoodooman7276]

You won't ever see Danny boy with that commerical bulk spreader roller tat He's a perfectionist, a professional, BRITAIN'S best lawn 2016 . Runner up 2017 and I'll be dammed if he don't win 2023 baby

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Runner up on stripe comp 2016, nothing in 2017

[@whitevoodooman7276]

@@DanielHibbertLawnExpert Modest too

[@andymc3899]

What sand can I use for levelling?

[@jontom7787]

Great intro

[@xscreamsuk]

bookmarked, I have a lot of fork action to do in the next 3 weeks before my overseed!

[@leaadawson]

I’m not joking I’ve got blisters on my hands 😂😫

[@bennyboysutton]

Can’t wait to start seeing some before and after videos!

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

With this weather at the moment, seems a million miles away

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

You got an after from few yrs back at the start to keep you sweet

[@theveryfirst]

And I thought it was just me fighting against poa! That is my weekend mission to rip out all the poa. Poa and Leather jackets were indeed harmed in the making of this video!

[@Trickey1]

Brilliant !

[@user-ro1nl1xd8d]

What is the sand mixture? Actual sand? Is it also mixed with the seed or is it straight seed?

[@jche8437]

I used granular feed on my lawn today. I was going to scarify and then seed some damaged areas next week or 2. Im guessing I shouldn’t have fed the lawn before. Bugger!

[@G.Family.]

Have you got any video or sources explaining the different types of seed?? I’m a new diy lawn guy and abbot confused 😮

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Dont be confused just use the grass seed i sell

[@10Flat]

Excellent tutorial bravo

[@paulhopkins686]

Excellent video.

[@Cherub77]

So Jacks Magic now has a ‘New & improved blend’ which I think has less peat and comparing the two, it’s completely different and not as good!

[@kirkyp74]

What can I use instead of Jacks Magic?, as most of the mainstream stockist near me (B&Q, Wickes etc) have stopped selling it as going peat free🤬

[@wonder_creative]

Interesting videos. How come you don’t use a leaf blower for gathering moss etc? I don’t even carry A rake around with me half the time, So much more efficient for me

[@terrypmusic]

00:14 Very good, keep it up

[@vecterprime2621]

Great video as usual .. this time of year how long for germination, and when are you able to get a mower back on it to cut existing lawn

[@benhedges2619]

Hi, I'm thinking of overseeding next week. Do you recommend doing this at this time of year or just spring? If so which of your products should I add? Cheers, Ben

[@malcolmcoward7480]

Hi Daniel, quite new to this but great video that are really helpful. One question I have is, are all your products used child/pet friendly? Many thanks.

[@Corrander]

Daniel, I love the look of the Johnson's pitchcare. Could this be used for overseeding on an existing lawn? Or do I need to start again? Many thanks.

[@game1414]

What’s the next step after this other than watering it and letting it grow?

[@bungalowbluesman]

Brilliant! Super helpful … question please! My small lawn has suffered over the very wet winter in Lancashire. I’m on clay too, so it feels pretty squidgy at present. I have mown & scarified, plan to aerate …. but I didn’t know about using sand. The lawn is level, but maybe sand will help drainage? Would appreciate your advice. 👍🏻

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Sand will help but bad drainage needs an outlet really so sand will only go so far , im bringing a vid out soon which may be of interest so watch out

[@bungalowbluesman]

@@DanielHibbertLawnExpert Sub’d & alerted. Meanwhile I’m using a 1” auger bit & filling deep holes in the lawn with grit. 😆

[@janicewilson9827]

Newly seeded lawn in early June. Want to overseed before autumn. Can I lightly scarify now as lawn is 2½ months old now. Love your videos Dan.

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Yeah sure

[@janicewilson9827]

@@DanielHibbertLawnExpert thanks Dan. I'm from up north and not too far from you. Your videos therefore are very relevant to myself. You are so helpful, thank you.

[@J87Visuals]

Many bags per square metre? Say 200msq much appreciated

[@jamesfurz7406]

you always tell us about annual meadow grass, can you do a vid specifically about identifying this?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

There is one

[@jamesfurz7406]

@@DanielHibbertLawnExpert Just found it! Thanks

[@nickdavies938]

Top video again Dan with loads of simple rules to follow for those of us who definitely don’t have green fingers !, 🤣😂 Quick question, how often would you water after ?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Everyday obs if you live there as often as you can but i can only do once a day just keeping the surface moist not flooding

[@OFP2]

The compost spreader is £106 (unless you buy the Landzie ) and doesn't leave bands that's a myth .but for play You do a good job without anyway .so fair play .

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Its not a myth as i seen the above mentioned in action

[@OFP2]

​@@DanielHibbertLawnExpert ill have to do a video then because i`ve never seen it unless you mean those chaps who mix seed and compost then fill the spreader and do a quick pass that`s inevitable but if you fert -seed -topdress you cant have a band or you would see a gap and rake it .

[@nicholasgloc8555]

I need to level areas on my lawn up to 3 inches,should i use a 70/30 or 50/50 sand soil mix?.

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Either as long as its wet

[@briancollis9352]

Following your video series with interest, should you water after the top dressing with a sprinkler for 15 mins each evening or just dampen down with a handheld hose?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Hand held never use a sprinkler

[@briancollis9352]

@@DanielHibbertLawnExpert Thanks👍

[@touchermoi9141]

Great video with very useless tips, i’ve been reading the comments but havent come across the problem i always face, birds, specially those pigeons, they think i’ve laid down a feast for them! How to keep them at bay? I’ve tried plastics flying, leaving tonnes of bird feeders so they dont get to my lawn seeds, alu foil all sorts…next im thinking nets but thats way too extra

[@skypool100]

Would you recommend jacks magic over a top soil? I plan to scarify then seed my grass

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

No not anymore i use field compost no 4 theres a discount code of 10% DHLE10 on their website

[@StevenPearson-pe8jf]

Hi Daniel What sand do you use ? Is it available in big box stores ?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Do i use sand in this video?

[@FIamingMoeBUBU]

Hi Dan, brilliant vid once again. How big a bag of the Jacks Magic do you use for the 9 square meter coverage please ?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

60ltrs

[@y9art]

I am going to keep pestering for your suggestion of an alternative to Jack's Magic now the old formula seems to have sold out everywhere around here.

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Be the same reply dunno yet

[@kevinmcarthur2389]

what are the best weather conditions /time to scarify

[@atifmanzoor63]

Daniel I’ve just used a powerful corded scarifier but I don’t seem to get those cut like you do I think I’ve got a very deep layer of thatch that’s build up over 20 years before I only used to use. a tine rake machine very lightly but with this scarifier I’ve went over my lawn about 4 times on the second setting and the thatch keeps on coming out and I’m doing it a day after it rains I’ve virtually got rid of the little grass that was there but I can’t seem to get rid of the thatch layer as it is stuck on very hard probably have to to keep doing it until I come to see soil

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Mines bladed yours is prob little spring tines with two prongs on each one?

[@atifmanzoor63]

@@DanielHibbertLawnExpert no mine are those metal blades but they aren’t very sharp they have a little twist in them it’s a Von HAUS BRAND 1800 w

[@atifmanzoor63]

How many bags of compost did you use on this lawn if you can remember?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

@@atifmanzoor63 bout 16 i think

[@rosswareham2818]

Superb video very informative, would you always scalp the lawn prior to overseeding etc ?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Yes definately

[@rosswareham2818]

@@DanielHibbertLawnExpert Thankyou Daniel.

[@AccidentalGardner]

what type of sand are you using?

[@OldCharlieRum1903]

Thanks for a great video. How long do you expect it to be before you can mow again?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Be few week yet but i dont need worry about that

[@AndyGT1907]

Hi Daniel, are you using jacks magic instead of pre seed fertiliser? If I used Jacks Magic instead of pre seed fertiliser am I ok to use a Biostimulant Booster? Love your videos by the way mate, keep up the good work

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

I dont use preseed ferts with or without jacks magic, cant comment on others products unfortunately

[@vashon100]

So is that really "sand", like at the beach or is it dirt (ie soil) ? [mixed in the bucket for holes]

[@Cromwells_Wart]

Should imagine it's sharp sand. Get it from most garden centres.

[@funkytransport]

would love to see a " before and after" shot at the end of each video

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Cant do that as i film in real time so you can follow if i did before n after in same vid then all summer would have elapsed, i will prob do a before n after video once its done using clips from all the videos

[@briancorcoran4142]

Top class.....any update on delivery of your products to south of ireland?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Its tricky as so much red tape

[@murtaghslawncare.]

Thanks Dan again for sharing your expertise to beginners like me. Where can I get that rake you used for raking the thatch etc ? Fran

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

I say in the vid

[@stewartmacpherson3230]

Do you mean the big landscaping rake? Not the B&Q one.

[@murtaghslawncare.]

@@stewartmacpherson3230 The one you used when raking the thatch… not the big one you used for raking in the peat moss.. Thanks for coming back to me..to be honest I was a bit put out with your first reply but you have redeemed yourself now and thank you..

[@Lawn_Care_Lounge_tv_uk]

Magnusson Leaf Rake £16 in screwfix b&q its £19

[@Mark-mr6ts]

We have a female shepherd dog and our lawn is always full of patches what can we do to stop this

[@amnol2]

Great video!! What's your opinion about covering grass seed with black earth and wooden mulch?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Its probably the worst idea ive ever heard

[@davidwimmer3083]

Enjoying your videos Daniel. I have a large amount of annual meadow grass over a sizeable lawn. I've started to dig out but realistically, it's too big an area. I scarified, reseeded and top dressed last autumn but considering doing again now. I thought I'd decimated it but it keeps coming back. What's the solution for AMG over large area?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

What cant be cured must be endured

[@thesugarlipslove]

nice video guru. i have recently used some weedol on my lawn, so am i looking at a month or two before i can overseed? thanks

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

4 weeks

[@atifmanzoor63]

Why don’t you show us more of your scarifier and how powerful it is and the brand

[@crunchstudio9475]

Top video. Americans have it easy with Tenacity! No forks involved lol. Getting rid of Jacks magic soon too….have you found any alternative Dan ?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Tried the new one on a small job this week, got to finger infections as was really smelly so no doubt bacteria in there my middle n index finger or throbbing and have yellow pus in them so no a great start, must be food waste in it

[@crunchstudio9475]

@@DanielHibbertLawnExpert back in day armillatox best thing for lawns… Uk based company did a great tar based lawn and everything else substance ! Did moss, disease and grubs one application. EU banned it as to expensive for company to prove it breached regulations. Shame think company no longer exists

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

@@crunchstudio9475 i remember that

[@andrewturner4728]

What time of year is best to do this procedure Springtime or Autumn?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Spring id say hence why im doing it in spring

[@italianjob-vx6hp]

Lovely work!

[@ciaranbradley7038]

Question have scarified my lawn ,reseed and top dressed can I apply a liquid fertiliser at this point ?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Is it my fertiliser?

[@step7steveX]

Thanks.. I have a north facing lawn that during rainy season seem to get very soggy.. I installed a french drain and it solved the issue partially.. The ground still feels very spongy.. Is there a way to top dress it so that the ground is a bit harder under my feet.. I don't mind if it is wet as that is inevitable but I am looking to be able to walk on it without the squelching... thanks... would lawn sand or topsoil help? I have raked away all the dead turf underneath...

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Sounds like you have alot of thatch is it the grass that is spongy or the soil?

[@step7steveX]

@@DanielHibbertLawnExpert yes that is what I thought by doing some research… I think it is the soil.. is that caused by dead grass building up in the soil? How can I get rid of it..? I tried raking it… is there a way to topdress it? Thank you 👍

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

@@step7steveX where in the world are you?

[@step7steveX]

@@DanielHibbertLawnExpert Scotland, Stirling 👍

[@step7steveX]

@@DanielHibbertLawnExpert So any idea on what to do to improve the lawn? thank you

[@Edge-71]

Hi Dan If jacks magic isn’t available, what else can we use, much appreciated 🙏

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Watch my video with the factory reset your lawn thumbnail its all on there

[@NainaKay]

Could i use grass clippings instead of compost?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

No

[@TheScanzey]

Will you make a video about the end result as well?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Theres loads on this lawn after

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Make the cut thumbnail is the next one

[@along4990]

Isn’t it a bit early for top dressing? What happens if we get a frost? Where i am in yorkshire its still a bit frosty first thing. Im wanting to do mine but was going to wait until 2nd week in May.

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Its personal Choice

[@simoncasey7062]

Hi Daniel, I lay compost down on a circle if removed a stump from and seeded it last week. The seed hasn’t taken at all. What am I doing wrong?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Well give it time your not being patient

[@gardenjunkieltd7263]

Hi, what rake are you using to spreader the jacks magic? Is it a landscape rake?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Yes from screwfix roughneck

[@haroldbetterson1877]

Where best online for Jack magic pls

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Not sure just google it

[@stuartprendergast8887]

Hi Daniel, how much is Jack's Magic and where can you buy it please

[@leaadawson]

Usually about 6.99 for 60 litres. Price can vary though as they sell the old jacks magic in selected B&M, garden centres, nurseries. The new jacks magic with less peat is more widely available. But Dan in this video uses the old Jacks Magic.

[@thesugarlipslove]

warrior warehouse do 60lt for £5 a bag if you are buying 10 bags or more (they have other types too). plus delivery of course.

[@stuartprendergast8887]

@@leaadawson 👍👍

[@stuartprendergast8887]

@@thesugarlipslove 👍👍

[@bubbag6648]

I'm doing this to my lawn this week.. should / can u go over the finished area with a roller or will this compact the seed too much ?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

No do not do that, if you dont see me do it then it doesnt need doing, my ways are tried tested and you have seen the results of my work so y detour off my ways

[@bubbag6648]

@@DanielHibbertLawnExpert Thanks.. 👌 looking forward to seeing the results in a few weeks time

[@damienwilliams9183]

Do the birds eat your seeds?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Yes if its not sheeted but they thin out they do you a favour

[@Skysnapper2409]

Hi Dan, great video. what sand should be used when filling?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Not sharp or builders

[@johnkay7354]

@@DanielHibbertLawnExpert sand from the beach ok then?

[@mstar011]

@@johnkay7354 🤣🤣

[@dalewilson8060]

Hey Daniel what seed do you use to overseed?

[@chroniclesofnanner9543]

What is that meadow grass you talk about? Is it like poa?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

It is poa annua annual meadow grass

[@therefreshed5887]

I reseeded a couple of weeks ago and it seems most of the seeds are sitting on top. Can I walk over the lawn adding compost to cover them?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

You could but they should still germinate

[@therefreshed5887]

@@DanielHibbertLawnExpert thanks

[@srw_cricket2976]

Great video. Did you scarify or verticut?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Scarify

[@ianhall481]

How much should I be paying for bags of jacks magic? (need quite a lot)

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Its about 6-7 a bag

[@barrybird67]

Any particular sand are you using there fella?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

Sand?

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

In the patch?

[@barrybird67]

Sorry yes, you've put seeds in sand and covered patches, the seeds obviously grown in the sand. Many thanks for your reply fella, much appreciated. 👍

[@gavinbristow7898]

How many bags of magic would you suggest for 155m2 ??

[@DanielHibbertLawnExpert]

If its 9m2 in the vid per bag then surely you can do the maths??