How Much Grass Seed Do I Need to Cover an Acre?

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You need about 200 lb. of grass seed to cover 1 acre of land. Spread the seeds around so there are about 20 seeds per square inch.

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Thomas K. Arnold is the publisher and editorial director of "Home Media Magazine" and a regular entertainment contributor to various publications including "USA Today," "The Hollywood Reporter" and "San Diego Magazine." He has written travel stories for "San Diego Magazine," the "San Diego Union" and the Copley News Service. Arnold attended San Diego State University.

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