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Will red creeping thyme take over grass in my garden?
Yes, red creeping thyme can potentially take over grass in your garden if not properly managed. It is a vigorous ground cover that can spread quickly and outcompete grass if not contained. Regular pruning and maintenance can help prevent it from overtaking the grass.
How much water and sunlight do spearmints need to survive?
The mint family is strong and invasive. Put it in the sunlight and it will grow. It is usually best to keep mint plants inside a container so their roots do not take over the garden.
Will creeping thyme take over grass in my lawn?
Creeping thyme can potentially take over grass in your lawn if not properly managed. It spreads quickly and can outcompete grass for space and nutrients. Regular maintenance such as mowing and edging can help control its growth and prevent it from overtaking the grass.
Are there any problems associated with including mint or garlic chives or fennel in the garden?
Yes, the problem of attractive, useful plants that can effect an aggressive take over is associated with including mint [Mentha spp], garlic chives [Allium chinense] or fennel [Foeniculum vulgare] in the garden. They're all attractive plants. Additionally, there's the mint fragrance. There's also the garlic chives' general repulsiveness to pests because of the strong odor. And there's fennel's interesting garden look.But all three seed easily, now and for years to come. So it's good to have them in the garden. But they need to be contained in half barrels or pots.
Is it good to put grass clippings in the garden. If so how much?
It is best if they are composted first for several reasons. Firstly, they can form a water-repellent mat and thus cause water stress. Secondly, there may be seeds of grass or weeds in the clippings. Thirdly, some types of grasses are invasive and will quickly take over your garden. Kikuya is one grass that will do this. Also, there is a risk of soil imbalances occurring if the clippings are fresh. All of these problems are neutralized by the composting process.
How long will it take Bermuda grass to choke out juniper shrubs?
A grass type of foliage will not over take a shrub. The two classes of plants have different mechanisms for living. If anything the shrub will sustain over the grass because it has different root systems and will cause sunlight to be absorbed before it reaches the grass.
How can I effectively prevent and treat mint leaf blight in my garden?
To prevent and treat mint leaf blight in your garden, you can start by ensuring good air circulation around the plants, avoiding overhead watering, and planting mint in well-draining soil. If blight occurs, remove and destroy affected leaves, and consider using a fungicide labeled for mint blight. Regularly inspect your plants for early signs of blight and take prompt action to prevent its spread.
Do we plant seeds or stem to grow mint?
Mint is a wonderful distinctive herb with a fresh aroma, it is easily grown in any garden, you can get a small plant from garden centres, supermarkets, on line plant sellers or ask a friend for a cutting. Plant in a sunny position, in good weed free, well drained soil, but be carful, mint is very invasive, if left alone it will spread and pop up all over the garden, what I do is to cut the bottom off a old bucket, dig a hole a 'plant' the bucket, then plant the mint in the bucket, that stops it spreading.
Can you plant grass over mulch?
Yes, you can plant grass over mulch, but it is important to prepare the area properly by removing any existing mulch and ensuring the soil is well-prepared for grass seed or sod to take root.
How can I encourage clover to take over grass in my lawn?
To encourage clover to take over grass in your lawn, you can reduce the amount of nitrogen fertilizer you use, mow your lawn less frequently, and allow clover to grow freely. Clover thrives in low-nitrogen environments and can outcompete grass when given the opportunity.
Can rye grass be sown along with fescue grass?
Yes but make sure the fescue has been close first before you apply the rye grass, otherwise the fescue, which is a very competitive grass, will take over the ryegrass.
Does mint grow better with any other plants?
In my opinion Mint doesn't grow better with one plant or another. The only concern for mint is to keep it watered, and keep it in a pot, so it doesn't take over.
