How Do You Level Uneven Spots In A Lawn?
Mowing your lawn isn’t supposed to be a roller-coaster ride. Low areas in turf collect water, and we all know that too much moisture promotes fungus growth. High areas get scalped when you mow. Here’s how to fix those bumps and dips in the turf. Step 1 Cut an outline around the uneven area by inserting a spade into the turf. Place your foot on the base of the spade and push into the soil 3 to 4 inches. You’re going to remove the turf, but first you need an outline to follow. Step 2 Slice the turf with the spade across the middle of the outlined area to make the sod more manageable. Pieces of sod should measure 18 to 24 inches wide. Step 3 Insert the spade under the sod and gently slice the roots as you shove the spade under the turf. You want to retain as much of the root growth as possible. (This is the hardest part of the job. Sometimes those roots just don’t want to let go. Try not to tear or rip the sod pieces.) Step 4 Lift and roll the loosened sod as you cut away the roots. Step
