Transplanting Grass

Question

I am not much of gardener (sad but true). My graden has been barren and soil compacted. I have bought strips of lawn grass. How do I plant them in and prepare the soil? Should I leave the strips intact and just place them or should I loosen them and plant them in the ground? I am going to put compost into the soil first. Please help.

Answer 1

These articles should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/installing-sod-instructions.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/improving-compacted-soil.htm