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- Q.Lawn Mushrooms - We laid a new lawn in march.it was looking fab but has now got loads if mushrooms and looks rubbish.how ...
- Q.Lawn Options - I have a heavily shaded area surrounded by natural areas with large trees. I have tried just about every variety ...
- Q.Darker Green/Yellow Spots – Fertilizer? - Hello, I replaced the grass on my backyard in May 2017 (3 months ago). The contractor spread fertilizer on the dirt ...
- Q.I See Web Moths In My Grass When I Walk Through It. My Grass Is Turning Brown The Last Month. What Can I Use To Get Rid Of The Wor - ms. I have St. Augustine grass. See above
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Mark Chambers on
June 1, 2018
dh2 2feQ.Weeds on a newly sown lawn
I have recently moved in to a new property and lay seeds for a lawn. all was well until a particular weed has grown through all over the garden. I am just after help identifying it and how to get rid of it. thanks in advance
Answered by
BushDoctor on
June 2, 2018
Certified ExpertA.It can be hard to identify weeds such as this, as many look the same when they are very young. I will say that there are many herbicides that target broad leaved plants, and will not harm grass if used appropriately.
I recommend doing a search for broadleaf herbicides and choosing one that suites your needs. This will take care of your issue without doing much harm to your lawn.
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Anonymous on
June 3, 2018Q.ants in the lawn
how to get rid of them because of big dead spots of grass
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Downtoearthdigs on
June 3, 2018A.This article should help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/how-to-control-ants-in-lawns.htm
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June 7, 2018Q.Lawn mushrooms
We laid a new lawn in march.it was looking fab but has now got loads if mushrooms and looks rubbish.how can I get rid of mushrooms? There's no animal waste or compost or rotting trees in the garden.
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Downtoearthdigs on
June 7, 2018A.This article will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/eliminate-mushrooms-in-your-lawn.htm
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July 14, 2018Q.lawn options
I have a heavily shaded area surrounded by natural areas with large trees. I have tried just about every variety of grass seed is this area but it always fails and turns back to dirt by this time of year. I believe there is to much competition with tree roots for moisture and nutrition and not enough sun. I was told clover might be an option but in reading more on the subject I have found that the shade will be a problem. Any recommendations?
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MichiganDot on
July 17, 2018A.Competition with tree roots is a problem with shallow-rooted trees like maple and spruce. I assume you have tried shade lawn seed mixes and properly irrigate the lawn. Are you ready to switch to shade-loving groundcovers? You don't say where you live but most locales have native plants that do well in difficult conditions. Go to Wildflower.org and "search for plants". There is space to enter your state, the amount of sunlight and general conditions to find the plants most likely to succeed. In addition to pachysandra, there are many shade-loving groundcovers and even shrubs. If you are in a snowy area, think about whether road salt is killing the grass as it appears to be down-slope from the road. Lastly, if you haven't tried testing the soil, do this. There may be an unrecognized nutrient deficiency or other problem that is correctable.
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July 21, 2018Q.Darker green/Yellow spots – Fertilizer?
Hello, I replaced the grass on my backyard in May 2017 (3 months ago). The contractor spread fertilizer on the dirt before they placed the new grass. I've been watering the grass daily, at the beginning for 15 mins per station, now 10 mins per station. I've noticed the clippings are not as green and as tall as they were when I started to mow the grass. I've also noticed in the middle of the yard a spot where the grass color has turned into a darker green, almost as if the grass wants to dry. In addition to that, I noticed that my dogs are peeing on the same spot killing the grass! haha. My question to you is: Should I fertilize my back yard right now (Summer) to help with the dark green spots on the grass, and the give the vibrant green color the grass had before? I included a picture with tiki torches, that's how green the grass was about a month ago. (June) The dogs have moved their peeing to another location! Thank you, Sidney De Leon
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Downtoearthdigs on
July 22, 2018A.I would check with the contractor on the type of grass that was laid in your yard. This will help determine a fertilizer schedule, though spring and fall are the most common application times.It does take about 6 weeks for deep roots to develop. Your sod may not be all rooted at the same depth, accounting for some color differences.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/installing-sod-instructions.htm
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July 21, 2018Q.I see web moths in my grass when I walk through it. My grass is turning brown the last month. What can I use to get rid of the wor
ms. I have St. Augustine grass. See above
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Downtoearthdigs on
July 22, 2018A.This is Dollar Spot fungus.
This article will help you.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/dollar-spot-fungus.htm
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July 26, 2018Q.Brown patches of Grass
We moved into the house in March.... the grass looked good... now there are a bunch of brown patches. We used a mower with sharp blades after the 3rd mowing... Please help with the brown patches. We live in New England.
- Answered by
drtreelove on
July 27, 2018A.There are a number of reasons that could be attributed to the patches of die-back you show in the photo. Insect pests, fungal disease, soil borne nematodes, watering irregularities and soil nutrient deficiencies are included. You may need an on site professional assessment to get to the bottom of it. There may not be a magic fix, but instead you may need to approach the soil and water management in a comprehensive way.
You are fortunate to have in New England an active community of Organic Land Care and Organic Lawn Care professionals and lots of information on how to do it yourself. Search this term - "organic lawn care connecticut" and you will see several resources.
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