Hi Everyone I haven't posted in a while. It's coooooold outside...... I will be posting shortly though with all kinds of Spring Gardening info! I know it doesn't seem like it now, but Spring is right around the corner. I know I have a lot to do in my yard. Last week, before the cold weather moved in, we were having temps in the upper 60's. I decided to put out some Annual Rye Grass Seed. I LOVE the beautiful green grass. Rye Grass is a cool weather grass. You apply it by spreader or hand and it will germinate fast! Be careful not to get it in flowerbeds....
You will need to mow it to keep it manicured. (It can get tall and grow fast in warm weather.) Rye grass will die out in late spring when the weather warms up and stays warmer. Your St. Augustine or other grass will still be there and it will be healthier due to the added organic material. Rye grass is very green and soft. It adds a nice contrast to spring growth and flowers!
Rye usually will return the following Fall by volunteer seeds. It will thin over time and you will want to reapply seed. The seed is inexpensive. Don't be afraid to put it out thick. Rye grass helps to keep your soil in the yard where it belongs! If you have eroson problems or just muddy areas, put out some Rye Grass. If you have any questions...just ask! Happy Gardening!
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