The Grass Doctor

Grass is the common word that generally describes monocotyledonous green plants. The family Gramineae (Poaceae) are the "true grasses" and include most plants grown as grains, for pasture, and for lawns (turf).

Grass

 

Grass Knowledge Base

Grass???????????

I just moved and we have been working on the yard. We had it flattened so now we dont have any Grass. I need to put some down and there are alot to ch...

How to restore a centerpede grass lawn?

My front yard is centerpede grass which has not been cared for a long time. The grass is thinning, and many spots dying. Right now it is very dried ...

Grass it taking over my flower bed, what can I do to get rid of it?

Apparantly the home builder that I bought my house from did not put down some kind of weed or grass guard underneath the soil where my flowers and hed...

What kind of grass to use if allergic to rye and bermuda?

I want to plant grass but my daughter is allergic to bermuda grass and rye grass. Is there any type of grass that would be ok to plant?

How do you get rid of crab grass?

My yard started out with nice green grass, but over the years it has become overtaken with crab grass. Is there a way to get rid of the crab grass so ...

If i pull grass, does the grass turn yellow, if so how long will it take to turn yellow?

I need to put something green on a poster. One side with yellow grass and one side with green grass. when i pull the green grass out, will it stay gre...

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Lawns

 

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How did people mow their lawns before lawnmowers were invented?

Just something that popped into my head. I'm sure that their were lawns and gardens back as far as medieval times. So throughout history, how did ...

In the UK, do many people use professional lawn care companies to fertilize and treat their lawns?

Just curious as to what people in the UK usually do to their lawns throughout the year. IS it the same as here in the US where people either pay or...

If you open a small business mowing lawns, what is the best/most common way to contract your customers?

I've been thinking about opening a business mowing lawns in the summer and plowing snow in the winter now for the last 2 years now, except I'v...

What percentage of people you know put down pre-emergent on their lawns?

I am surprised at how many people never put down pre-emergent on their lawns! They dont realize that by not putting this down very early in spring th...

Why do most people want to get rid of dandelions from their lawns?

I think dandelions are pretty flowers whether they're yellow or bloom into wishing puffs, but I know many others who buy numerous products to term...

How much should i charge for cutting peoples lawns?

ok so im 14. and its summer. how much will people pay me to cut their front or back lawns? or both? should i do something more to get more money? like...

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Lawn Mowing

 

Lawn Mowing Knowledge Base

Lawn Mowing?

I'm 14 and want to make a lawn mowing business over the summer. I don't know what to charge. Could you give me some ideas of how much I could ...

When starting a lawn mowing service, what is something that is commonly overlooked?

When starting a lawn mowing service, what is something that is commonly overlooked that customers like to see, hear, or experience that makes them wan...

What are some safety and functional tips for mowing the lawn?

This summer, I'm going to start a lawn-mowing business. I am going to start this spring so that I become good at it by summer. I'm 14, and a g...

How much does a lawn mowing service company charge?

I'm looking to get my grass cut twice a month, but how much do these lawn mowing companies charge? an estimate, 30/mo 40/mo or more?

how much can we ask for lawn mowing?

hi! I want to know how to ask for lawn mowing. I was this adv who wanted a person for lawn mowing and snow removal in winter. One more thing I did...

Is July to late in the season to start a lawn mowing business?

I l;ive in southeast Ohio and have decided to start a lawn mowing business. Is it now too late to start one? Today is July 4th. I am worried it is too...

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Grass Seeds

 

Grass Seeds Knowledge Base

grass seeds?

when is the best time 2 put grass seeds down in the uk. My lawn is very patchy and would like a lovely green any tips

How long does grass seeds grow and stay healthy in your lawn. Is grass seeds a temporary look?

Because I tried it . It worked for two weeks . Then one day I look at my front yard and it was gone!!! Can someone please HELP ME!!!! I have now tre...

If you plant grass seeds, how long should you wait to walk on it?

I live in Santa Cruz, CA and I dug up the dirt in my backyard and threw down some grass seeds. The section I planted is growing great but I was wonder...

How can I protect grass seeds from birds?

I am trying to grow grass, it's very hot out there and birds keep eating the seeds. I put a thin plastic wrap over the ground to protect the seed...

How much grass seeds should I plant?

I'm doing a science fair project involving grass seeds and I want to know how much should I plant. I'm planting the seeds in pots about 4.5 in...

how is one to obtain seeds from grass?

i have one patch of grass in my backyard that is the best, can i get seeds from it? i mean there has to be a way, if there wasnt how do you buy grass ...

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Grass Care

 

Grass Care Knowledge Base

How do you take care of Wheat grass?

I was at the W hotel recently and saw how they used Wheat grass as decoration and thought it was cool. I bought a couple and it said that In a weeks t...

Best way to take care of centipeed grass?

Whats the best thing to put on centipeed grass to make it thick, green, and weed free? I've heard putting lime pelets down help. I just laid centi...

Tips on the care of newly grass seeded lawn?

We had our lawn aerated and seeded a week ago. How often do I water it? Any other good tips?

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Fertilizer

 

Fertilizer Knowledge Base

Fertilizer?

I live in oregon.What is the best fertilizer to put on your yard this time of year?

Fertilizer - Why is it ok to just spread fertilizer rather than put deep in soil close to roots?

I notice that all instructions i have read about putting fertilizer on my lawn (e.g. Scotts Turf Builder Fertilizer and Weed Control) always says to u...

What home-made fertilizer will most house plants benefit from?

I have a coleus plant, a cactus, ficus, bamboo, and some others which I don't know the name of... and I would like them to grow better. I remember...

What type of fertilizer should I use (or is safe) for indoor plants that I will be consuming?

I was just wondering if people use different types of fertilizer when they plan on consuming a plant that they are growing. Are there any unsafe fert...

What happens to liquid fertilizer if it froze over the winter?

We left the fertilizer out in the back shed over the winter and we didn't notice that it should not freeze. If I put it on my lawn anyways, what w...

What is the best fertilizer to use for my Dendrobiums?

I have read different information on which type of fertilizer to use with my dendrobiums. Some say used a balanced fertilizer like a 10-10-10 or a 1...

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Lawn Care

 

Lawn Care Knowledge Base

Lawn Care?

Does anyone know of any good lawn care professionals in the Indianapolis area and surrounding suburbs? I prefer not to go with large companies like T...

When should a lawn care service start their yearly program (Chicago area)?

My lawn care provider put down their early spring starter this afternoon and now it is snowing. Shouldn't they wait until Aprial?

lawn care>?

i am in ma. my lawn is in pretty bad shape. when should i seed? when should i put down the scotts product that prevents crab grass? in which order...

How to report an unlicensed lawn care company in Wisconsin?

I know someone who has a lawn care business, does landscaping, building, and remodeling also. He is not licensed in lawn care, fertilization, or build...

How do I start a lawn care business?

I would like to start a lawn care business from the bottom. What equipment will I need? What will startup costs be? What are some unique options for a...

What it the average day like for a person in the lawn care business?

My husband and I are planning to start up a lawn care business and I was just wondering what types of things we should expect through out the day. ...

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Weeds

 

Weeds Knowledge Base

Weeds............................................................?

How come everyone wants the pretty flowers on their table and in their garden? Why not weeds? Yeh they can be ugly but stil...

How does one keep weeds from growing in a vegetable garden!!?

I spend hours hand weeding in my garden and my back hurts! Is there something out ther that works on all veges?? I've done mulching, tilling, an...

How can I get rid of tumble weeds growing on backyard hill?

I live in Southern Cali; my backyard has a hill with clay dirt and every year around this time tumble weeds and other types of weeds start to grow rap...

How do I stop my dog from eating weeds?

My puppy keeps eating weeds and puts several stones in her mouth. Sometimes she goes for hours without spitting them out. Is it unhealthy for her to ...

What weeds most affect cotton production in Australia?

What weeds are the most destructive to growing cotton in Australia? Also, in particular the Darling Downs QLD, but that's not too necessary. If an...

How can I prevent weeds and moss from growing in my monoblock type driveway ?

Usually, I sweep sand into the cracks every so often, but this doesn't prevent weeds and moss from reappearing. I can kill the offending stuff bu...

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Buffalo Grass

 

Buffalo Grass Knowledge Base

How long is the germination period for buffalo grass. Can I cut the grass before it germinates.?

My back yard has Buffalo grass rather than St Augustine. It is a large yard and the buffalo grass is hardier in the heat of Central Texas.

what can you do with very patchy sir walter soft leaf buffalo grass ?

i have sir walter buffalo grass here in western sydney but has become very patchy to the point where it is mainly dirt not lawn . their are some smal...

Getting Rid of Weeds in Buffalo Grass?

I have a multitude of broadleaf weeds in my Buffalo Grass lawn - so many I would be weeding from now until I retire in 13 years! Is there a weed kill...

how often does buffalo grass (Buchloe dactyloides) have to be watered?

How often do you water it? to get it established and then thereafter?

Can you get Polish buffalo grass vodka (ZUBROWKA) in the US?

I have been trying to find ZUBROWKA for a few years with no success. Anybody know where I can get it?

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Type of Grass

 

Type Of Grass Knowledge Base

What is the best type grass for a shaded area?

I have an area around a wooden deck that is shaded about 80% of the time by large Bradford Pear trees. There is no grass on it and I've sodded wit...

What type of grass and when should I plant it?

I just bought a house that has lots of tree's in the front yard but no grass. I would like any suggestions on what type of grass I should plant i...

What type of grass does Murietta High School have in their stadium?

I have a high school level marching band competition this Saturday, I was wondering if anyone knows what type of grass Murietta High School has in th...

What type of grass can I plant during the summer?

I am wondering what type of grass I can plant during the summer. I live in Charlotte, NC and it is very hot during the summer months. I would prefer ...

What type of grass seed should i use?

I have mostly sandy soil, but some areas are kinda clayey. I have sunny spaces and shady spaces. I am planning on using 2 different types of seeds f...

What type of grass is used in commercial locations in Northern California?

If you go to commercial locations like office parks and restaurants in Northern California, all the grass seems to be a certain type with hardy, lush ...

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