Planting Advice

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Plant Applications

  • New landscapes anywhere in sand
  • Swimming pool areas
  • Erosion trouble spots along the lakeshore

Planting Time

  • March through May or September through December while
 the plants are dormant

Planting Method

  • The plants are dipped in a moisture retaining polymer, but, must not be allowed to dry out severely
  • The root must be planted 6-8 inches deep

Plant Spacing

  • 6 inches for steep slopes - 4 per square foot
  • 8 inches for noderate slopes and sites with high visibility - 2 per square foot
  • 12 inches for flat ground
  • 18 inches for economy - 1 per 2 square feet
6 inches to 18 inches depending on the need

Plant Fertilizing

  • Not necessary, but it does promote color and size
  • Broadcast any balanced fertilizer (not too high in nitrogen) in the Spring or Fall. For example 10-10-10 or 12-12-12

Plant Growth

  • First year, a clump of 5-6 shoots will form
  • Second year, a dense stand of grass will cover the area

Planting OPTIONS

  • Do-It-Yourself (with our guidance)
  • Let our experienced crew install for you
 

 

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