We moved into a new house, and they seeded the backyard in late September. They put down a straw mat held in place with lawn staples. They said it would biodegrade, but from what I’ve read online, it might take years to fully break down. Since we have a toddler, I’m worried they might step on one of the staples, so I’m thinking about cutting the net and pulling it up.
Is that a good idea, or should I just leave it? Also, should I remove it now or wait until spring? The grass is currently 3-6 inches tall.
I learned the hard way… those nets don’t break down on their own. If you don’t pull them out when the grass starts growing, you’ll end up pulling up your lawn along with the nets. Next time, just use regular straw and keep it watered. I had a similar issue with a slope, spent more, and it actually slowed down the seed growth. Some better nets are out there, but they cost way more and are only really needed for big erosion problems. I’d recommend pulling it up now if you can, before too much grass gets tangled.
I’ve used straw blankets and never had a problem. I wait until the grass is strong enough to pull on without it coming out, which is usually when it’s around 2 inches tall.
