Giving your new grass seed too much water can lead to seed rot, fungal diseases, or drowning of the seeds before germination, say the experts. Over-watered grass also puts out shallower, weaker roots.

When you start a new lawn from seed (or improve an existing one by overseeding it), proper watering will be key to success. In this article you will learn how often you should water new grass seed.

However, it's not as simple as applying new grass seed and forgetting about it. "Growing a beautiful lawn starts with one simple task: watering new grass seed the right way," says Zane Raudenbush ...