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My contractor is running late on a project to renew clay compacted irregular lawn. My original goal was to reseed it once it was repaired. Is there an...
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Late grass planting - options? #946914
Asked October 11, 2026, 6:47 PM EDT
My contractor is running late on a project to renew clay compacted irregular lawn. My original goal was to reseed it once it was repaired. Is there any way we can successfully do so this late in the year?
Yamhill County Oregon
Expert Response
Gail, thank you for contacting Ask Extension. Here's an answer from OSU. Keep in mind that the article was written a dozen years ago and the climate has changed since then. It's noticeably warmer later in the year now, even into October. Practical Lawn Establishment and Renovation | OSU Extension Service
This article is also from OSU and is more recent. Bring your lawn back to life this fall with renovation and care | OSU Extension Service
Note this comment at the end of the article written in September. Previously titled Now’s the time to spiff up ragged lawns
I hope these help.
Susan, Yamhill County Master Gardener
