It would not be good to put more seed overall. If you planted at the correct rate and then seed again, you could end up with seedlings that are too thick and don't grow well. The seedlings come in as thin plants. They will thicken up, especially after you start mowing.
How often can you overseed your lawn?
You should plan to overseed at least every 3 to 4 years, but, if you aerate and overseed every year, you'll see real nice results -- a lush, green lawn that fends off weeds, insects and diseases.
Is it bad to overseed twice?
Performing both aeration and overseeding services will greatly improve the aesthetics and the function of your turf, and doing this twice per year (in the Spring and Fall) will double your efforts but could quite possibly double the likelihood that your lawn is everything you've always wanted it to be!
Can I overseed every week?
In drought conditions, repetitive overseeding may provide as little as 10% new turf cover, whereas under average rainfall, results can reach as high as 90% new turf. Multiple seed applications. This is the “repetitive” in this method. Make at least 3 applications of seed, each a week or so apart.
Can you do too much overseeding?
Ignoring recommended seeding rates New lawns or spot repairs take about twice the amount of seed needed for overseeding thin areas. ... Too much grass seed causes undue competition for resources such as light, water and nutrients, and grass seedlings struggle as a result.
What happens if I put too much grass seed down?
All plants, including grass plants, need adequate soil space for roots to spread and develop. If you put down too much grass seed, you will encourage competition that will cause your grass seedlings to struggle after germination because there will be excessive competition for sunlight, soil nutrients, and water.
Can I overseed my lawn multiple times?
Performing both aeration and overseeding services will greatly improve the aesthetics and the function of your turf, and doing this twice per year (in the Spring and Fall) will double your efforts but could quite possibly double the likelihood that your lawn is everything you've always wanted it to be!