Turf vs seed

[Teeki]

Good thread OP, we've been wondering the same!

We've got our backyard spread with dirt and good healthy topsoil. Unfortunately now though funds have run out and we've been thinking maybe we shouldn't go with turf - it's quite a big area and will be expensive. DH wanted to go get a couple of bags of seed and just see how it goes.

I've noticed though, Pak you're in Vic, I'm near Jaycee - is it maybe the weather that was different for you guys and seed won't work for us either? And will the soil and watering make a difference? Because I know our dirt is good and we're going to lay out a cheap and simple drip-feed watering system so that should help it right?

Sorry for the hijack OP, but didn't want to start another thread the same

[Miss.September]

I've noticed though, Pak you're in Vic, I'm near Jaycee - is it maybe the weather that was different for you guys and seed won't work for us either? And will the soil and watering make a difference? Because I know our dirt is good and we're going to lay out a cheap and simple drip-feed watering system so that should help it right?

Could be! It's recommended that you seed here as it's getting warmer and our weather is so inconsistent! I know my dad had turf and was successful with it but he did water it a lot and fertilise it twice a year. He's in Vic too. Plus the added bonus of no kids or dogs running on it!!! I know soil plays a big part in it. Some seeds need a more sandy soil, others need something richer.

[Teeki]

Thanks Pac We've got quite inconsistent weather too, very hot to very cool quite quickly. Very annoying! I'm a bit nervous about the dry heat ruining expensive turf so I'm hoping that having good soil and a watering system will be enough for seeds, and if not then we haven't wasted so much money!