Dwarf Fescue Lawn Grass: Plant description and planting information

                                

                               Dwarf Fescue Lawn Grass

Dwarf Fescue Lawn Seed Mix is a low-maintenance, low water, low-growing  grass for yards, play areas and more. The varieties in this mix are extremely durable and easy to grow, creating a long-lasting, lush lawn with little work.This grass has great resistance to disease and insect attack. It thrives throughout most of the country and tolerates most growing conditions.

Common Name : Low Work and Water Dwarf Fescue Grass Seed

Light Requirements : Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade

Seed Life Cycle : Perennials

Temperature: 15-30 °C

Soil Type Clay Soil, Sandy Soil, Average Soil, Drought/Dry Soil.

Planting Instructions

• At first soil should be prepared. It grows in clay, sandy, average, drought/ dry soil.Some fertilizer may add to improve the germination. 
• After the soil is prepared, apply the seed at the recommended rate. See the back of the this guide for seeding rates. 
• If it is poor soil, you could lightly apply an organic fertilizer after seeding, although this is not a necessary step for strong growth. 
• Many choose to cover their grass seed after planting, even though this is not necessary. If choose to cover the seed to help retain moisture and hold the seed in place, it is recommended a maximum depth of 1/4”. It can cover the seed with topsoil, sterilized straw, or peat moss. Coated seeds such as Bermuda and Clover seeds should not be covered more than an 1/8” deep. 
• Water gently and regularly, keeping the seeds moist until they begin to sprout. This could mean watering more than once a day if having a dry spell. Once the seeds sprout, water deeply and less frequently. This helps to ensure a deep rooted, healthy lawn. 
• After 3-6 weeks of planting, cutting is important at the first few times. 
• After cutting several times, you can apply an organic fertilizer to promote strong growth.

Kash phool/ Kans grass: Plant Description and Its uses

                                      Kash Phool

It is also known as wild sugar cane, or Kans grass.Kans grass is a grass native to South Asia. It is a perennial grass, growing up to three meters in height, with spreading rhizomatous roots. Leaves are harsh and linear, 6 to 15 mm wide, which are white and erect, measuring 15-30 cm long, with slender and whorled branches, the joints covered with soft white hair. The grownd of kash look like white cloud.

In bengal, the appearance of Kans grass, Kash Phool feels heavenly, not only because it so lovely, the white against the green, but it is also a happy reminder that the festive season is about to begin.

Kash phool brings with it a change in weather, it starts to get a bit pleasant after the monsoonal downpour. Earlier, with so many open fields, one could get a glimpse of Kash any where.


Botanical name: Saccharum spontaneum

Family: Poaceae

Life cycle: Perennial

Plant height : 2-8 ft

Leaf Colour: Green

Flower Colour: White

Temperature: 20-30°C

Light: Full sun/ half sun

Soil: Loamy soil

Climate : Tropical, subtropical

Advantage: Easy to grow


Uses:

• It is used to promote milk in breastfeeding mothers and as a diuretic. The top parts of the plant is used for blood disorders, hemorrhages and biliousness among other things. 
• It is used in ayurveda. 

Tall Fescue or Barmuda Grass Plantation And Maintenance

Tall Fescue is a winter grass that remains green and grows best in moist environments. It is drought tolerant and can adapt a wide range of soils except for clay soil which is high in organic matter.

Culture & Planting:

A well-prepared seedbed is essential to well-drained soil and abundant afternoon shade. Steps should be taken before planting to eliminate undesirable grasses. Early fall is the perfect time to establish tall fescue from either seed or sod. Although tall fescue tolerates low fertility particularly nitrogen.

Watering:

Proper watering is very important for its survival. Apply enough water to wet the soil to a depth of 3 to 4 inches. Now allow the water to percolate into the soil. Repeat this cycle until the soil is sufficiently moistened. Tall fescue requires frequent watering during summer months when there is inadequate rainfall.

Pests:

Tall fescue is fairly tolerant to most turfgrass diseases. However, brown patch can be a problem during rainy season. Once the disease is properly identified, treat the lawn with a fungicide.

Over seeding: 

Many tall fescue lawns become thin after summer. So mow the lawn to a height of 2 inches before broadcasting seed. Apply seeds and fertilize. These steps are usually adequate to rejuvenate the lawn. After seeding, keep the soil moist for 2 to 3 weeks.