Overseeding an existing lawn with rye grass will improve thelook of it, help fill in any bare patches and also provides a hardyaddition. Rye grass does not spread easily like buffalo grass, butit does grow well in the areas where it is planted. Many peoplechoose to overseed grass to obtain a mixed look. Bermuda grass andbuffalo grass are two types that commonly look and work welltogether with rye grass. Bermuda grass is a very vibrant green andbuffalo grass is a bluish-green; when mixed with rye, the colors ofboth are very attractive.Before throwing the seeds out, it is important to be sure thatthe existing lawn is mowed very short - no longer than 1/2 of aninch high. All the stray clippings and weeds should be removed byusing a fine-toothed rake. After all the larger debris has beenremove