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- Q.Can I Put Topsoil Ontop Of Existing Lawn, And Then Re-lay New Grass? - I bought a house off a developer who didn't put down new topsoil when laying the lawn. Do I need ...
- Q.During The Summer, Areas Of Lawn Dies Out - Some areas of my lawn die out during hot weather; however, as the weather gets cooler, it grows back. I ...
- Q.I Have A Small Section Of Lawn That Is Dry And Compacted From Summer Heat And Foot Traffic. What Are The Best Steps To Resurrect - it? I don’t have the budget to have the lawn done professionally. I would like a do it yourself method, ...
- Q.White Fungus Spots Growing Over New Seeded Grass Bare Spots - we removed a maple tree...ground out the stump...added good grade soil...followed grass seed instructions...now have a mushroom/fungus...white spots popping up...they ...
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jack1234 on
August 27, 2019
KentQ.Can i put topsoil ontop of existing lawn, and then re-lay new grass?
I bought a house off a developer who didn't put down new topsoil when laying the lawn. Do I need to rotivate it and start again or can I simply lay topsoil on top of my current lawn and then relay more turf? In addition, I have a squirrel who keeps digging holes in the grass. How do I stop it!!!
Answered by
BushDoctor on
August 27, 2019
Certified ExpertA.I would not lay topsoil just on top. I would prepare the yard as it should be done as to not promote root rot from the dying grass underneath. If these large clumps are broken up, and tilled in, then they pose much less of a threat, since it will decompose much faster in that fashion.
My recommendation would be starting from scratch. Another option would be to only fill in low spots, then seed, but you may get less than desirable results.
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Anonymous on
September 2, 2019Q.during the summer, areas of lawn dies out
Some areas of my lawn die out during hot weather; however, as the weather gets cooler, it grows back. I applied fungicide and insecticide but it does not seem to help. There are a variety of grass seeds that have been applied over the years (sun and partial shade types). Any suggestion to resolve would be appreciated
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
September 3, 2019
Certified ExpertA.Certain cool season grass varieties go dormant during hot weather. Here is how to manage:
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/news/2007/jul/070201.htm
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Anonymous on
September 17, 2019Q.I have a small section of lawn that is dry and compacted from summer heat and foot traffic. What are the best steps to resurrect
it? I don’t have the budget to have the lawn done professionally. I would like a do it yourself method, even if I have to rent equipment. Which products are recommended prior to applying grass seed? New soil, fertilizer, -anything else?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
September 17, 2019
Certified ExpertA.If you are going to overseed you will need to dethatch the lawn to increase seed to soil contact. If you want to remove the lawn you can use glyphosate but that will take a couple of weeks and it is getting late in the season. You can rent sod removal equipment for faster results. You will need to buy seed and starter fertilizer. You may need some soil to cover the seed if you completely renovate. I am attaching information for overseeding and complete removal. You can find more information on the Washington State Cooperative Extension website (they charge a small fee for some publications)
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/overseeding-information.htm
http://pubs.cahnrs.wsu.edu/publications/pubs/pnw299/?p-page=1
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/aerating-your-lawn.htm
https://catalog.extension.oregonstate.edu/ec1521/html
https://www.seattletimes.com/pacific-nw-magazine/dormant-summer-lawns-will-keep-coming-back-green-but-more-susceptible-to-weeds-and-moss/
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Anonymous on
September 19, 2019Q.white fungus spots growing over new seeded grass bare spots
we removed a maple tree...ground out the stump...added good grade soil...followed grass seed instructions...now have a mushroom/fungus...white spots popping up...they seem to be "hairy and smell like a mushroom.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
September 20, 2019
Certified ExpertA.Since you are trying to get grass to grow, you may want to leave the mushrooms for now. They actually are beneficial. Here is more:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/eliminate-mushrooms-in-your-lawn.htm
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jon2tie on
October 3, 2019
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BushDoctor on
October 4, 2019
Certified ExpertA.That sounds like a good thing! Green will be a sign that it is growing, and that is good.
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Anonymous on
October 18, 2019Q.Bare patches on lawn
In trying to re-seed over bare patches on my lawn, I applied Silver Sand on top of the seed. It appears I may have put on too much sand and as a consequence have killed off the areas where the sand was placed. In addition there is no sign of the expensive seed germinating. Will it come again if I leave it over winter or would you suggest digging up the patches and either re-seeding or turfing. Regards - Paul
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
October 19, 2019
Certified ExpertA.The sand may have prevented the seed from germinating since you don't see any results. You could rake out as much as possible and try reseeding again. It may be wise to have a talk with your local extension service for their thoughts. In the meantime, perhaps this article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/lgen/treating-lawn-diseases.htm
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wingtip98 on
October 24, 2019
SS0 0DY UKQ.Something has appeared on my lawn
Hi This appeared on my lawn overnight (last night) There are 4 patches each about 12" across and covering 3-4 feet. The grass has not been cut and the blades of grass appear to be coated in a foam like yellow substance. The ground in between the blades of grass is clear! Ray Brown Westcliff On Sea Essex wingtip98@aol.com
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
October 24, 2019
Certified ExpertA.It looks to be one of the many slime molds. Getting rid of it is almost impossible, and futile.
This fungus doesn't do anything harmful to the soil or grass, though. It will resolve itself once it has run its course, or when it it too dry to flourish.
This article will offer more information on the organism: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/fungus-lichen/what-is-slime-mold-slime.htm
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