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How to Water After Your Aeration and Overseeding | The Week-by-Week Watering Guide

Written by Oasis Turf & Tree | Sep 11, 2026, 6:01:43 PM

You’ve made a great decision—Aeration and Overseeding is one of the most beneficial things you can do for your lawn. 🌱 

But to get truly transformative results, proper watering is the key 💧

In this video, Matt Lawrence, Master I Certified Lawn Expert at Oasis Turf & Tree, walks you through exactly how to water your new grass—from the moment the seed goes down to when your lawn becomes fully established.

New grass seed and young plants are especially vulnerable during the early stages of growth. In fact, new turf can remain sensitive to environmental conditions for up to 18 months, with the first 6 weeks being the most critical.

Matt breaks down a simple, week-by-week watering schedule to help you maximize germination, encourage deep root growth, and set your lawn up for long-term success.

🌱 What You’ll Learn:
✅ How much water to apply initially
✅ Daily watering schedule for the first 3 weeks
✅ How to adjust watering as grass matures
✅ When to switch to deep, infrequent watering
✅ Tips to avoid under or overwatering