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Comment on Grass that Grows anywhere by Joe Bethel

Joe Bethel — Tue, 30 Jan 2024 04:28:14 +0000

In reply to William Partridge. Yes William, Kentucky bluegrass (Poa pratensis) cool-season and can grow well in Northern Virginia climatic conditions. It has moderate heat tolerance and grows well in spring and fall, so summer heat in Northern Virginia will cause some dormancy but will revive in cooler weather. So, with proper mowing, irrigation, fertilization, and soil preparation, Kentucky bluegrass can provide a lush lawn for you.

Comment on 2,4-D Mix Ratio, Instructions + How to Mix the Weed Killer by Joe Bethel

Joe Bethel — Tue, 30 Jan 2024 04:22:01 +0000

In reply to carma russ. Yes Russ, 2,4-D is effective for controlling maples and other brush around a pond, However take precautions to avoid contaminating the water and harming the fish populations. If it is the only method available, maintain a buffer zone of atleast 15-25 ft from the edge of the pond. Note even if 2,4-D breaks down fairly quickly in water, it poses a huge risk to fish if enough enters the pond.You may want to expore other alternatives that are labeled for aquatic sites/ friendly such as Glyphosate (Roundup),Triclopyr and Imazapyr(have lower toxocity) or a natural methods like girdling or removal of ring of bark around tree trunks.

Comment on 7 Best Barriers to Keep Cars off Grass + Stop Parking on Lawn by Joe Bethel

Joe Bethel — Thu, 25 Jan 2024 06:57:39 +0000

In reply to Mo. Hi Mo, i would suggest you consider having Ornamental grasses, large rocks/boulders, garden bed, gravel strip and may be add signage for visually defining the lawn edge rather that large shrubs or trees. This can work well to keep cars off your lawn. Compacted soil you may consider aeration(3-4 times) that may help and far way cheaper although it depends on the size of the lawn. DIY should be easy and straightforward wven if you have to hire an aerator. See this How to Aerate Lawn By Hand and How Often Should I Aerate Lawn?.

Comment on 7 Best Barriers to Keep Cars off Grass + Stop Parking on Lawn by Mo

Mo — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 06:47:52 +0000

Hi Chris,
I live in the PNW and the street only has sidewalks on the side of the street. People got used to parking in our yard when original owners lived here. Since then we have been trying to get grass to grow in the front yard (too compact and can’t afford to excavate) and we put in a lovely front walk from the street. Still we have people parking and driving through our yard. I would like to plant something as a barrier between the street and the main part of the yard where we are trying to get grass growing. Because the soil is so compact, I was wondering if you thought plants may not be a good idea for visualization between street and yard. Thank you, wonderful artical.

Comment on 2,4-D Mix Ratio, Instructions + How to Mix the Weed Killer by carma russ

carma russ — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 16:20:29 +0000

Need to kill volunteer maple trees and brush around pond. Is it good for that? Will it hurt fish?

Comment on Grass that Grows anywhere by William Partridge

William Partridge — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 12:57:21 +0000

Will Kentucky blue grass grow in Northern Virginia?

Comment on 10 Weeds that Look Like Grass: Invasive Grass Types + Pictures by Joe Bethel

Joe Bethel — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 18:12:51 +0000

Hello Neha, weed is anything unwanted in the area of interest or that competes with any cultivated plant. As such, the discussed 10 are considered weeds when they sprout in unwanted areas.

Comment on How to Revive St. Augustine Grass and Get it to Grow Back by Joe Bethel

Joe Bethel — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 04:29:00 +0000

In reply to Richard Warden. St. Augustine does hold well in fall and tends to hold on well into winter, especially when protected well by layers of leaves. However, it is affected by cold weather, more so the soil temperature. St. Augustine grass goes dormant (fall and winter months when the temperature drops)-it will turn brown and stop growing but will grow again in the spring when the temperature rises. In addition, pest and disease infestation can cause this too. More info would help

Comment on What is CitraBlue St. Augustine Grass? by Joe Bethel

Joe Bethel — Thu, 16 Feb 2023 04:13:57 +0000

In reply to Viktoria. Sorry to hear so, Viktoria. You can get rid of crabgrass with tenacity (chemical option), or if you decide to use a natural method, go for baking soda. Here are a few guides that can help overcome crabgrass on the lawn. How to Get Rid of Crabgrass Best Crabgrass Killer that Won't Kill Grass Killing Crabgrass With Baking Soda

Comment on What is CitraBlue St. Augustine Grass? by Viktoria

Viktoria — Sun, 12 Feb 2023 15:44:17 +0000

Hello, I used Citrablue on my loan . I have this grass about for 2 years. First year it was beautiful, but this year there is crabgrass all over. I am not sure which product to use to kill just a weed not a grass. I can’t find good information about it