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foxginny on
April 17, 2021
10023Q.Best Ornamental Grasses For Nyc Terrace
We live on the 9th floor of an apartment building fairly close to the Hudson River.(zone 7a-7b?) We have a long, narrow terrace facing southwest and would like to put a tall grass in a container or two at one end, which is 70 inches across. I would like to use a low, rectangular container for a modern look and to not take up much space. Winters can be fierce, both windy and cold. I am not a gardener, and would like something easy to plant in a pot and low maintenance. Which grasses do you recommend, and in what size/type of container? Thank you!
Answered by
BushDoctor on
April 19, 2021
Certified ExpertA.There are several choices that you have here! Many will be well suited for containers, as well. Here is an article that will offer suggestions:
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Anonymous on
May 8, 2021Q.Soil Prep For Karl Foerster And Hakconechla Grasses In Toronto
I will be planting Karl Foerster and Hakconechloa grasses together (the Foerster in the background against a fence). Currently I have a lot of clay in the area that I want to plant both of them (they will be together). What do you recommend I do for the soil prep? Should I remove all the clay and replace with soil? Or can I mix in soil, composted manure and fertilizer with the existing clay? Thanks, Jane Edwards
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
May 10, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Here are two articles that should help with your soil amendment project. I don't think you should remove the clay, but you can improve the soil. I hope these help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/how-to-improve-clay-soil.htm
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Anonymous on
June 29, 2021Q.My 7ft Tall Grass Died. Do I Need To Dig The Whole Thing Up?
I had two patches of 7 foot tall grass on each side of my small decorative pond that died last year. They just never came back after I trimmed them back last spring. I would like to plant irises where they are at. I'm having a heck of a time getting down to dirt. It's like I'm digging mulch. Do I need to dig all this out?
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GKH_Susan on
July 12, 2021
Certified ExpertA.I would since you want to replant there soon. If you didn't plan to grow something else right away you could let it die out.
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Anonymous on
September 26, 2021Q.Cutting Back Ornamental Grasses
My pampas grass plants are old and at least 10-12 feet tall, but more straggly than some I have seen. Should I cut them down this year? Is it advisable to cut them at all?
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
October 9, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Yes, they should be cut almost to the ground every winter. Here is how:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/pampas-grass/growing-pampas-grass.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/pampas-grass/pruning-pampas-grass.htm
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October 3, 2021Q.I Live In Southern Arizona And Am In Need Of Some Zeon Grass For My Lawn, Where Can I Get Some .
I live at 4300 feet and after much reserch i think zeon is the best grass for out area as it can take some cold and some shade. I can not find any place in area to buy it or grass seed any help you can give me .Thank for your help.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
October 12, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Have you done an online search? We don't recommend vendors but you can ask your local extension agent about the best grass seed for your area and where to find it.
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gail.e.gardiner on
October 16, 2021
Woodstock, nEW bRUNSWICKQ.I Have Recently Built A Log Home On About 4 Acres Of Land Alongside A River. It Is Very Overgrown With Weeds. I Have Some Areas Th
Land is half fill. A large area is overgrown weeds. I think i am going to tarp the weed areas this winter and leave tarp on for the summer. A lot of the land is clay. I want to grow ornamental grass so I can watch it move in the wind. Can it grow in the rock fill? I want to grow plants on a clay hill that was left in a mess and is eroding from the construction work on the driveway. I will not be able to mow it. Thoughts? I have grown twelve sunflowers on it. Not too great as it was mixed in with weed. I do have lilies there as well. Struggling but okay. I have lots of seeds including poppies, lupins, echinacea, brown-eyed-susans, and I have hostas that I have split and planted in an area just to grow and establish until I move them. What other plants would you recommend and thoughts on how to move this land into something/
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
October 18, 2021
Certified ExpertA.I believe that I can point you to several articles that will help you out, here:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/water-plants/wgen/planting-along-river-banks.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/working-in-rocky-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/how-to-improve-clay-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/plants-for-erosion-control.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/slope-hill/plants-that-grow-on-slopes.htm
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October 20, 2021Q.Permission To Use The Buffalo Grass Description
May I have your permission to use your description of buffalo grass on my social media page? I photographed plants along our Lavaca River in Lavaca County, and one of the grasses is Buffalo grass. And I am trying to get the word out about the plants we have along our river, so the public will know what is a good plant and more about it. I will credit: Described by Bonnie L. Grant, given permission with how to read more about it on your page.
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GKH_Susan on
October 24, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Just paraphrase it and include a link to the article.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/lawn-care/specific/buffalo-grass/care-of-buffalo-grass.htm
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