Is OM, Grass, Panicum virgatum Hot Rod grass toxic to dogs?
I could not find any specifics as to the toxicity of this grass to dogs.
Call your vet for a more clear answer.
Are there any ornamental grasses that will come back each summer? I live in Central NJ.
This article will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-5/ornamental-grass-in-zone-5.htm
I live in Yuba City Ca. It seems that our Zone is 8 or 9. It's difficult to tell from the map. I want to plant Blue oats grass. According to the information on the label it shows that they can grow in this area but it gets to 100 degrees thirty to thirty five days a year. It may be simply too hot. But I love them. Thank you for your information. Oscar
You should be able to grow Blue Oat Grass in your region. You may need to add additional watering care during hot spells.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/planting-zones/california-planting-zones.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/blue-oat-grass/ornamental-oat-grass.htm
This is our first time to plant some grasses. A silly question but here goes; regarding the base of the grass in ground, how does it extend or expand at ground as it grows up and out. We are not sure how much space it will expand as we are thinking of putting in rock in the area where grasses will be. Is this feasible or should we not put rock in the area where we have the grasses. Thanks.
The root system in clumping and goes approx 12 to 18 inches deep.
Most grasses spread out, though they generally stay in a clump.
Refer to the specific grass your planting and check the size at maturity. This information should be on the tag or you can search this easily, right on our web site!
Grasses are perfect for rock gardens! I would give 12 inches from a large rock formation.
How do I get rid of bent grass in my lawn? Unfortunately my soil is hard and difficult to pull the bent grass at the root. Any suggestions?
This may be a bit tricky to solve. If there is no way to till and remove, you may have to kill the area, and re-seed with fresh grass, or whatever else you may want to put down.
We live in the Northeast US (upstate NY). What is the best time of year to prune Shenandoah Switch Grass? We planted several 3-4 years ago and they have overtaken the area. Can I divide them in fall or should I wait until spring? And must I remove the entire root to split or can I just insert a shovel into the plant as is and just remove half while still in soil? Thanks.
nspect your switchgrass plants periodically during watering time to look for troubled areas. Remove any broken, dying or otherwise damaged blades or stalks throughout the growing season as you spy them. Place the cut at the base of the blade or stalk just above the crown of the clump and pull the cutting clean from the canopy.
Shear down the dead top foliage in winter after the first hard frost or leave the drying grass in pace to provide visual interest in the garden during winter. Cut back all of the dead grass in the early spring down to the crown to make way for fresh green growth. Discard or compost the cuttings.
Prune lightly to tidy the switchgrass that successfully overwinters in warmer climates. Remove only the damaged or unattractive individual blades by cutting them off at the crown and pulling them out. Cut back any blades that are lying on the ground from weather damage or have been trampled, in order to preserve the natural fountain form.
We live in Nebraska.
Now or early spring are the best times. Hot, sunny weather is the enemy of transplants. In fall even after the grass turns tan, the roots still work to get established until the ground freezes. Water as needed until then. Leave the grass intact over winter the first year to add a bit of extra protection. Several types of feather reed grass are available. Here is a link to articles that discuss different hybrids. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/feather-reed-grass