Sand in the front yard?
-
KMS Woodworks on Apr 23, 2012Sand is typically used to "lighten" heavy clay soils and improve drainage. It is cheaper than a good mix of "planters mix". If I had a lawn that needed leveling I would add small "batches" of planting mix and rake it into the grass. Doing this in many smaller "lifts" would allow the grass to grow up through it and seeding would not be needed. Heavy applications of sand are a bit "sterile" in terms of providing a good base for growth.Helpful Reply
-
-
Joe S on Apr 23, 2012Which would be better, the planters mix with grass seed, or the patch repair mix they sell that has the grass seed in it?Helpful Reply
-
-
Walter Reeves on Apr 23, 2012I think the planters mix with seed. The planting mix should be close to the same texture as your existing soil. You may have to mix existing soil with it to get the right consistency. If you use just sand you'll eventually have problems with drought, winter damage or yellowing.Helpful Reply
-
-
Wanda sinnema on Jul 03, 2015i have found the patch repairs kits are better for a small spot,( we moved a bird bath) didn't blend in as well. the planters mix gave me better results, I over seeded a couple of thin spots with a bit of the extra in a few weeks it was all looking great..,Helpful Reply
-
-
Marilynn Gillespie on Jul 04, 2015I would like to know if anyone can help me? I was looking at my euonymous and it wasn't doing very well, so I dug it up and you should have seen the ants that came out of the ground and plant, carrying little white backpacks on their backs. How do I save this, or what do I do? I also have little hills of sand all over my yard? Help!! Please!Helpful Reply
- See 2 previous
-
Related Discussions
GNATS - How to get rid of them?
Somehow my house and garden got tiny gnats that killed my fuchsia plant and fly everywhere. I have tried ALL the Web recommendations - soap and oil dishes, sand in th... See more
Marigolds growing! Should I pinch the buds?
My marigold plants are growing. I heard that pinching the buds until Autumn will allow them to grow without killing the plant. Is this true?
Growing garlic
Growing our first garlic, should we wait until the leaves are drying out before we pick it? Husband picked first one today along with our first potatoes.
How to keep mice out of your garden?
Hi everyone, I have mice in my garden destroying my vegetables and I have also noticed them in the barn and shed. Please can someone tell me how to prevent them from ... See more
What's the best flower/plant to grow in Texas?
I know that opinions vary, but what's your opinion?!I have great luck w Rosemary plants. Green all year long.
What's an effective way to get rid of liriope? My entire front yard
used to be liriope, but dug it all up maybe 5 yrs ago. Planted shade grass which lasted 2 seasons. Then plowed up the yard again and now it's tree mulch with azaleas,... See more