How To Protect New Grass From Frost. It is important to not irrigate while the frost or freeze is happening. You can also use a light bed sheet if the area is small enough.
Now its germinating like crazy and all the bare spots are covered with baby seedlings. It is a tactic specifically meant to protect new grass seedlings during out-of-season cold snaps. Keep the lid off on sunny days or screw it on when cold weather is forecast.
Before the first frost arrives spread fertilizer on the grass.
There are a few ways to protect your grass from frost during winter and early spring including. Watering During A Freeze to Protect New Grass There is an alternative to watering 24 hours before freezing that should be used sparingly. A deep watering allows the moisture to evaporate slowly overnight which can protect the grass. Start date Oct 31 2002.