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Anonymous on
March 6, 2017Q.Lawns
2 years ago I relaid my lawn double digging and putting ornamental stones in the ditches. This was what I replaced my original lawn with. I now find that my garden floods in one area and although I know we have had a particularly wet winter, I don't think is the cause. Any suggestions as to how I can over come this problem? I did tine it every six inches with a fork before the winter set in.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
March 6, 2017A.You will need to examine the yard, lawn and drainage of your property.
Is the water being directed into the garden by slope or drainage?
Did this flooding occur before you made the landscape changes to your property?Is the soil clay or compacted that doesn't allow water to penetrate the soil?
Heavy winter snows or springs can certainly lead to flooding areas of a yard or garden. If the ground is frozen, the snow, ice and water will certainly pool or flood an area.
You may want to have the property and issues inspected by a landscape professional.
Here is an article with more information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/yard-drainage-problems.htm
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- Asked by
rswaters on
March 12, 2017
ab51 5sqQ.lawn
My lawn is being torn apart by crows pulling at the grass. Why is this and what can I do to stop it and repair the grass?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
March 13, 2017A.Yes, birds are looking for insects, webworms and caterpillars in the soil.
They poke, pick up a little bit of turf and toss it aside.
Crows, Starlings and even Turkeys in some regions will do this.Do some poking around yourself, if you are seeing webworms you will want to treat them.
You can take 1 gallon of water and mix 1/2 cup of dishwashing soap.
Take a 1 foot square area and pour on the mixture, wait 5 to 10 minutes. If you are seeing 5-10 webworms in this area, you should treat the lawn.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/controlling-sod-webworms.htm
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MARLENE E MACRAE on
March 15, 2017
02644Q.holes in lawn
What can I do about 1 inch holes in lawn?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
March 16, 2017A.There are many different pests that could be the cause.
Check with your local County Extension Office for a list of possible suspects in your region. You could even take a few pictures to share with them.Here is a link to help you locate your nearest office.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/lawn-and-garden-holes.htm
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yoramukinsle1 on
March 16, 2017
HarareQ.lawn
I have been advised to level my lawn with topsoil, grit sand and grass seed mixed together but do not know the ratio required.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
March 17, 2017A.This article will help you with this project.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/fill-uneven-lawn-low-spots-how-to-level-a-lawn.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
g marsh on
March 17, 2017Q.lawn
Grass covered in moss. How do I resolve?
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Downtoearthdigs on
March 18, 2017A.This article will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/moss/killing-moss.htm
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typegal on
April 4, 2017
zone 4Q.replacing grass in a shady area
What is the best plant to replace grass in a deep shade area?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 6, 2017A.This article discusses shade ground covers.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/shade/ground-covers-for-shade.htm
Visit your local garden centers and see what is available in your region.Was this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Anonymous on
April 11, 2017Q.Brown patches on lawn
What type of person / company would I contact (eg gardener, landscape etc) to come and look at my lawn to advise why brown patches are suddenly appearing?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 12, 2017A.I would suggest you contact your local County Extension Office for a local reference.
You can find your closest office with this link.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/Here are some links about lawn care.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/brown-lawn-fixes.htm
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