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Conduct a soil test prior to planting and adjust soil pH if necessary (ideal pH is over 6.0). 2. If there is heavy weed or grass competition consider killing it prior to planting. 3. Prepare the seedbed by broadcasting the seed directly into dead weeds/grass and drag cultipack or roll the seed to ensure proper seed-to-soil contact. 4. Plant immediately prior to a forecasted rain of at least 1/4 inch. 5. Planting dates vary by region: North (August 1 – September 15) Central (August 1 – October 1) and South (September 1 – October 31).