Cool season grass

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    August 13, 2011 — The right time is almost here for the successful sowing of cool season grass seed. Mike McGrath walks you through a perfect plan for your new lawn. Plus your fabulous phone calls!

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    Question of the Week

    Mike: Most of our grass died last summer. We thought it might come back; no such luck for the most part, so we will plant a new lawn. When do we start killing the existing grass with Roundup or a similar product? And when should we re-seed – after Labor Day? Get the answer »

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