Q&A – What can I do to get native grasses to thrive here in Chicago, Il?
Question:
What can I do to get native grasses to thrive here in Chicago, Il?
Answer:
Most grasses need full sun. University of Memphis Director of Landscape Joellen Dimond says looking at the picture there is quite a bit of shade. If you have shade, select more shade tolerant varieties like carex, sedges and switchgrass.
Find the Extension Publication Mr. D. talks about here.
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What can I do to get native grasses to thrive here in Chicago, Il?
Answer:
Most grasses need full sun. University of Memphis Director of Landscape Joellen Dimond says looking at the picture there is quite a bit of shade. If you have shade, select more shade tolerant varieties like carex, sedges and switchgrass.
Find the Extension Publication Mr. D. talks about here.
Related Videos:
Grass Lawn Alternatives
Ornamental Grasses
Turf Grass Varieties
Related Resources:
Landscaping With Native Grasses
Alternatives to Lawn
Replacing Turf Grass With Pollinator Friendly Lawn Alternatives