How To Install GrowTrax
Helpful Tips:
- Water soil before installing GrowTrax - this helps the fabric tack to the soil
- Seed will begin to grow in 7 to 10 days (25 to 30 days for Bermuda)
- Water 3x per day for the first 2 weeks after installation
When to Plant:
Spring and Fall are the ideal seasons for establishing or repairing new grass. For spring, plant or repair once temperatures consistently stay above 50°F. In the fall, complete planting or repairs at least six to eight weeks before temperatures drop below 40°F.
DO NOT LAY DURING PERIODS OF STRONG WINDS.
Preparation & Installation:
GrowTrax PRO-Lawn Roll:
This product must be installed on prepared soil, so clear the area, loosen and level the top layer, and water the ground beforehand so it’s moist—not dry—to help the fabric tack down. Roll out the mat and secure it using the built-in netting by stapling every 2–3 feet for stability. Once in place, water thoroughly using a shower setting until the fabric fully adheres to the soil, helping lock in moisture around the seed for germination. For the first two weeks, water three times daily to keep the mat consistently moist and never let it dry out.
GrowTrax NU-Lawn Roll:
You can install on prepared soil or use the revitalization (scalp) method. For prepared soil, clear debris, loosen and level the top layer, and water the ground so it’s moist—not dry—before installing to help the fabric tack down. Installation works best with two people, one rolling and one watering, overlapping edges slightly to avoid gaps. Water as you roll so the fabric fully contacts the soil, locking in moisture and keeping the seed in place. For the revitalization (scalp) method, mow your existing lawn as low as possible, then follow the same roll-and-water process. For the first two weeks, water three times daily to keep the mat consistently moist and never let it dry out.
GrowTrax Lawn Repair Roll:
Start by removing any existing grass and clearing the area, then loosen and level the top layer of soil. Water the ground beforehand so it’s moist—not dry—to help the fabric tack down properly. Roll out the GrowTrax and use scissors to cut it to size as needed. Press the fabric down to ensure full contact with the soil, then water it in using the shower setting on your hose nozzle to activate the mat and lock in moisture for germination. For the first two weeks, water three times daily to keep the mat consistently moist and never let it dry out.
Watering:
During installation, use the shower setting on your hose nozzle to help the fabric adhere to the soil. Water until the GrowTrax turns a darker green and lays flush with the ground—if you notice lifting, bubbling, or lighter green areas, continue watering. You’ll know it’s fully saturated when the top layer of fabric begins to break down and the seed and fertilizer become more visible.
For the first two weeks, water three times daily to keep the mat consistently moist and never allow it to dry out. For best results, use an irrigation system or a water timer connected to hoses with an oscillating sprinkler.
Aftercare:
Frequent watering is crucial to growing success, keep GrowTrax constantly wet for the first three weeks and until well established. Failure to keep GrowTrax moistened will reduce germination percentage.