First of what I'm sure to be many posts.

I realize it's late to start a re-seeding project, but has anyone used leaf mulch as a top dressing over grass seeds (not using a slit-seeder)? We get it basically for free from the county ($15 charge to deliver 2.5 yards), and it's fairly well composted (it's heated up my 4-runner when I've picked up a load myself).

Do leaves break down quickly enough to not smother any seedlings?

Also plan on putting down some alfafa pellets tonight or tomorrow and watering in, then seeding Thursday or Friday.

Yes - I'm hoping for another mild Fall that the DC area is capable of.

Thanks,

Gags