How To Plant Grass In Farming Simulator 17

Alright, let's talk about grass. Not the kind you're thinking of! We're talking about the lush, green carpet of virtual goodness you need in Farming Simulator 17. Think of it like this: your farm is your house, and the grass is your… well, your lawn. Nobody wants a muddy, barren wasteland for a lawn, right? Same applies here.

Planting grass in FS17 is like deciding whether you're going to order pizza or make it from scratch. One is quick and easy (using the built-in grass growing function), the other takes a bit more effort but gives you more control (actual planting). Let's explore both, shall we?

The Lazy Farmer's Way: Direct Growing

This is your "I'm hungry now" option. It's built right into the game, and all you need is the magical "Grass Growing" function. Find it in the pause menu, usually under 'Landscaping' or something equally inspiring. This is like ordering pizza from your phone – a few clicks and boom, grass!

Now, the catch? It costs you money. Think of it as the delivery fee. It's not exorbitant, but it adds up, especially if you're trying to cover a huge field that looks like it's been ravaged by locusts. Still, for small patches or quick fixes, it's a lifesaver. Imagine your cows complaining about eating dirt – direct growing solves that problem faster than you can say "moo!"

Just select the area you want to transform into a verdant paradise, click, and watch the digital grass sprout! It's almost as satisfying as seeing your pizza delivery guy arrive... almost.

The Involved Farmer's Route: Sowing the Seeds (Literally!)

This is your "I'm going to make my own artisanal pizza with ingredients from my garden" option. It requires a few more steps, but you’ll get a sense of accomplishment. First, you'll need some equipment. Think of it as stocking your kitchen.

What You Need:

• A Cultivator: This is your soil prep tool. It breaks up the ground, making it receptive to the seeds. Think of it as tilling your garden before planting tomatoes.
• A Seeder with Grass Seed: This is your seed-spreading machine. Make sure it supports grass seed – not all seeders do! It's like using the right kind of flour for your pizza dough.
• A Roller (Optional but Recommended): This compacts the soil after seeding, improving germination. Think of it as gently pressing down your pizza dough to make it nice and even.

The Process:

1. Cultivate: Drive your cultivator over the area you want to plant grass. Make sure you get it all!
2. Seed: Fill your seeder with grass seed (check the store!). Then, carefully drive over the cultivated area, spreading the seeds evenly. Don't go too fast, or you'll miss spots! It's like sprinkling cheese on your pizza – you don't want a bald patch in the middle.
3. Roll (Optional): This will speed up the growth process. Just drive the roller over the seeded area. It's like adding a secret ingredient to your pizza sauce!

Now, you wait. And wait. Grass doesn't grow instantly, even in a video game. It's like watching your pizza bake – agonizingly slow, but worth it in the end. Eventually, you'll see that sweet, sweet green sprout up, and you'll feel like a proud parent.

The Verdict

So, which method is better? It depends on your play style. If you're impatient and have money to burn, the direct growing method is the way to go. If you're a stickler for details and like to get your hands dirty (digitally, of course), sowing the seeds is more rewarding. Either way, you'll end up with a beautiful, grassy field for your cows to graze on, and a farm that looks less like a post-apocalyptic wasteland and more like a… well, a farm!

Happy farming!