How Can I Keep Birds Away While Overseeding?

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You should definitely go for it! It's getting warmer, so grass will start growing better soon, unless you're in a colder area. To keep pigeons away, try raking and rolling the seed into the soil; you’ll lose some to the birds, but this will help. I also tried tying ribbons to stakes around the yard, which worked okay when it was windy, but didn’t do much in still weather!

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A giant scarecrow could be fun—imagine the neighbors' faces! But seriously, you're going to lose some seeds no matter what. Just make sure to trample the seeds into the soil for better contact, and keep them watered. If you're interested in additional measures, there's bird netting available, although that may be pricey depending on your yard size.

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