Q.Hamlin Fountain Grass
I live in Massachusetts. A landscaper planted Hamlin Fountain Grass.
It has been 1 week since planting and the leaves are turning brown.
We have had several nights in the 40’s.
Is the browning normal for new plantings?
Newly planted ornamental grasses need at least 1 inch of water per week, preferably in 2 waterings.
Make sure you water deeply and throughly at the base of the plants with a slow trickle hose.
Check the soil every 3 to 4 days, but poking down to about 3 inches deep. If it is dry, then water again.
The soil should dry between waterings.
Applying a few inches of mulch will help with moisture control and keeping the soil cool.
There may be a few older leaves that brown, but your plant should not be turning brown.
Ornamental Grasses do not need much fertilizer, but a newly planted grass can use a root stimulator fertilizer to help it become established.
Follow all packaging directions.
