Cover Good Soil Bare Spots with Straw

What happens here

After seeding, open a bale of straw by cutting its strings and carefully spreading the straw evenly over the seeded area. The goal is to provide a thin layer of straw to cover the seed, which helps retain moisture and protect the seeds from birds and wind. It's important to break up any large clumps of straw. Ensure you are upwind from the area as you spread to prevent the straw from blowing into unwanted places. The presenter strongly advises against spreading straw on a very windy day to avoid losing your efforts. Remember to pick up all the cut strings to prevent them from tangling in lawnmowers.

Goal: Provide a protective and moisture-retaining layer over the newly seeded good soil.