Winter grass seeding…? - Ask Extension
Hello.
I’ve heard of spreading grass seed at the beginning of winter. Can you give me the details on exactly how to do this?
Like, should there ...
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Winter grass seeding…? #948395
Asked November 11, 2026, 10:12 PM EST
Hello.
I’ve heard of spreading grass seed at the beginning of winter. Can you give me the details on exactly how to do this?
Like, should there be a little snow on the ground?
Is there a type of seed that works best? I have areas that get partial/full sun, but areas with almost no direct sunlight.
Thanks very much!
Steve
Hennepin County Minnesota
Expert Response
See these web pages.
https://extension.umn.edu/garden-and-home/yard-and-garden/lawns-and-landscapes-in-minnesota/dormant-seeding
https://www.dakotamastergardeners.org/lawncare/dormant-seeding%2C-preparing-your-lawn-for-next-year
https://extension.umn.edu/garden-and-home/yard-and-garden/lawns-and-landscapes-in-minnesota/buying-turfgrass-seed-for-minnesota-lawns
https://extension.umn.edu/garden-and-home/yard-and-garden/lawns-and-landscapes-in-minnesota/dormant-seeding
https://www.dakotamastergardeners.org/lawncare/dormant-seeding%2C-preparing-your-lawn-for-next-year
https://extension.umn.edu/garden-and-home/yard-and-garden/lawns-and-landscapes-in-minnesota/buying-turfgrass-seed-for-minnesota-lawns
