Bermuda Time Grass Seed Instructions

Warm-season lawns typically do not mix grass types. Before seeding your lawn, make sure you have a bermudagrass lawn or are seeding a new yard before using Bermuda Time grass seed.

When to seed Bermuda Time

Seed Sunday's Bermuda Time grass seed (or other warm-season grasses) when daily average temperatures maintain consistently between 70–90° F.

Sunday Tip:

If you seed Bermuda Time or any warm-season grasses before optimal growing temperatures, the seed may not be successful, and you may have to reseed.

How to seed Bermuda Time

1

Prep lawn

Prep your lawn and soil based on the type of seeding.

For overseeding (or seeding an existing lawn): Mow slightly lower than normal, and remove grass clippings and debris. This helps your seeds reach the soil level! Prep any thinning or bare soil areas by lightly raking the soil.

For seeding a new area (or mostly bare soil): Lightly rake or till the top 2–3 inches of soil to ensure the seed will be planted directly into fresh soil.

3

Spread seeds

Use a rotary or drop spreader to spread seeds evenly at the correct rate for best results.

1. Fill up your spreader and start on your spreader’s lowest setting
2. Slowly increase as needed to reach the desired coverage and seed rate
3. Spread evenly across your lawn until full coverage is reached—refill the spreader as needed

Find spreader settings for brand-specific spreaders

4

Water correctly

Water the seed thoroughly but gently.

• For overseeding: Water in the seed and continue to water according to your regular schedule. This seeding method doesn’t require daily watering, but it may be possible in dry climates.
• For new lawns or bare soil: Water 1–2 times daily for 2-3 weeks until the grass is established (about 2"), then reduce watering to your regular schedule. Avoid water pooling, but keep the soil moist.

Sunday Tip:

After seeding, you can cover the seed with a thin layer of straw, compost, topsoil, or mulch to protect seeds, hold moisture, and help increase the germination rate.

Bermuda Time grass seed tips

• Water your lawn the day before or a few hours before seeding
• Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate
• Apply at the recommended rate for even growth; too much seed can increase problems, but under-application causes thin growth
• If seeding a new lawn, wait until 60% of seeds germinate before fertilizing
• You can start mowing new grass once it reaches proper mowing height

Bermuda Time grass seed FAQs

How long does bermudagrass take to germinate?

Bermuda Time's bermudagrass grass variety takes up to 21 days to germinate. Once established, it's drought and heat resistance will be worth the wait!

How to water new bermudagrass seed

For new lawns or bare spots: Water once or twice daily until the new grass is about 2". Once the grass is established, reduce your watering to a regular schedule.

For overseeding: Maintain a regular watering schedule. Depending on where you live, this typically looks like watering 1/2 inch about 1-3 times a week when it's not raining.

Additional tips to keep in mind:

• Use a lighter sprinkler or hose setting to water to avoid washing away seed
• Avoid water pooling seeded areas—keep the soil moist, not wet

How do I use Bermuda Time with other Sunday products?

Bermuda Time grass seed is made to work with Sunday custom lawn plans, fertilizers, and other Sunday lawn products.

For best results, use grass seed, fertilizer, weed control, and seeding support lawn treatments like Lawn Aid. These will help you feed properly, reduce weeds, and establish grass seed in your lawn.

Where can I buy Sunday bermudagrass seed?

You can purchase Bermuda Time in a Sunday custom lawn plan or below!

Bermuda Time (2-Pack) Common Bermudagrass Seed

• Heat & drought tolerant
• High sunshine
• Low water needs
• 99.9% weed-free guarantee
• For southern climates