How Do You Make Grass Grow On An Embankment?
Make grass grow on an embankment by proper seeding of the top soil and by controlling the lawn embankment area with an environment favorable to the growth of grass. Grass is a generic term that includes hundreds of lawn varieties; however, all grass requires lots of sunlight and moisture. Embankments can pose specific challenges such as insufficient sunlight and excessive moisture buildup due to inadequate top soil drainage. Step 1 Rake the lawn area with a metal rake. Raking clears away any debris and prepares the grass for aeration. Step 2 Aerate the top soil by puncturing small 1/4-inch holes into the top soil at intervals of 1 to 2 feet. Aeration breaks up thatch material between the grass and provides for better nutrient and moisture movement. Step 3 Overseed the entire lawn embankment area. Pay special attention to areas of sparsely growing grass. Step 4 Layer the grass seeds with 1/4 inch of organic fertilizer. Compost or peat moss are ideal fertilizers and provide moisture rete
