Hi, I'm moving some things in the garage out of the way. Big project today and we need to make a little room to get some of the items we'll need.
We've pulled the rocks out here along the driveway, I thought it looked kind of goofy. In it's place, I'm going to plant some grass. I've signed up my dad to help. First step is to determine the quality of the soil.
Hmm. Grass will probably grow in this soil. I'd like something a little richer, some black dirt if possible. Plus, the ground could be built up a little higher, maybe level it with the driveway.
Yep, we're going to need a little more dirt.
Quit playin' up to the camera Dad, let's get our equipment and get this show on the road. You should really try sucking in that gut.
Our digging tools.
We'll fill up the wheelbarrow to about right here, do you see my mark?
Yeah, I think grass over there will look better than those silly white rocks.
Steady, driver, there's a slight decline coming up here.
Dad, let's check where you've been digging under the deck.
Yes, Dad, stop right here. That dirt looks rich enough to use.
My scoop, hand-crafted, aluminum construction for lightness. Real handy for transferring the grass seed.
My planting buckets. I recommend to pour your grass seeds from the bag into a pail, both for easier movement, and so that you can get a consistent handful when spreading the seed.
It looks like there's just enough seed in here for thorough coverage.
Sunflower seeds? Must've been a little left in the pail from filling the bird feeders.
I sift through the seeds by hand to ensure that only the best get planted.
Need to drag me a little more hose, and we're going to water the lawn, paying special attention to make sure the grass closest to the driveway gets a little extra to prevent burn.
You see, you have to get a good spray going to apply a generous soaking.
