First, decide which grass seeds you're planting ... For warm-season grasses like Bermuda grass and Zoysia, pre-germination and planting should start in late spring or early summer.

Not all grass lawns produce seeds regularly. Some types, like Kentucky bluegrass, are prolific seeders, while others, like Bermuda grass, rely more on spreading through their root systems.

Warm-Season Grass (Bermuda, Zoysia, St. Augustine): Late spring ... or bluegrasses is a decent choice in northern regions. These seeds remain dormant until soil temperatures rise in spring ...