Soil preparation is not always necessary. Seed-soil contact, however, is essential. Seeds can be broadcast over undisturbed soil. Small areas can be sown by hand or a mechanical hand device. Large areas require a seed drill or other mechanical means that can be calibrated for the seeding rate.

Watering may hasten sprouting, but is not necessary. When watering, wet the area thoroughly but gently. Follow the first watering with additional short waterings every three days for about three weeks. The additional waterings are necessary to keep sprouts started by the initial watering alive.