Slice seeding- to mow before or not ?

[F Haney]

I am going to be doing a slice-seeding job, actually overseeding with a slice-seeder, onto a lawn that is thin. Would it be ok to mow it just before slice-seeding? What are the pros and cons of mowing vs not mowing? My plans are to mow it, put down starter fertilizer, then slice-seed.Thanks for any advice.

[BSDeality]

i mow it before. the machine will tear up the existing grass less that way.

[upidstay]

Mow it first if it needs it.

[Cahsking]

Mow, cause you dont want to blow anything from one area to another with the mower.

[NattyLawn]

It's much easier if you mow before. You can cruise through and not have to stop or lift the machine a tiny bit to kick out weak clippings, thatch, etc.

[F Haney]

Thanks for advice everyone, I will be mowing first ! Appreciate your help.

[turfcobob]

Mow first and mow low..Hold off on the starter fert till about a week before germination or you will be feeding the existing grass giving it a jump on the new plants...Aerate the (*(^&% out of it first with at least 10 holes per sq ft. The holes make a great place for new plants...

[F Haney]

Thanks Bob!