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Nutgrass in Lakeway TX Habiturf
September 30, 2012
I just installed a new septic system with drip field. Planted habiturf over the whole area. The habiturf is doing good, but I was away for a while and the nut grass has taken over several areas. It s...
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Low maintenance grass for shade in Conroe, TX
September 15, 2012
What is the best low maintenance grass to plant in front lawn shaded, no traffic area?
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Grass mixture for Spicewood TX
August 14, 2012
I want to seed a bare sand limestone area about 2 acres in size. Assuming "normal" Texas hill country weather and the availability of moderate water for sprinkling is there one mixture that you reco...
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White mold on Bermuda grass
August 07, 2012
I tried searching and could not find info for this on your website. What causes mold in Bermuda grass and how can I get rid of it? Tried fungicide as recommended by garden center in austin which did...
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Plants to prevent erosion in IL
August 02, 2012
We just got done building a house and have leveled all of the dirt piles. We do have a row of straw bales to help prevent the dirt from washing onto the neighbors property. It is the wrong time of ye...
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Questions about Habiturf
April 01, 2012
What does habiturf look like when it first emerges? Could you post some images? And how long will it take to begin to cover?
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Need help with lawn that was sodded with Buffalo Grass in Dallas, TX.
March 20, 2012
I had buffalo sod put down last March. It greened up beautifully until weeds just about covered it up. I tried hand pulling. My landscaper showed up with something that appeared to damage the buffa...
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Planting Habiturf in Houston, TX>
March 08, 2012
First, I want to say thank you for such an informative site. You say that the Buffalograsses tend to do well in drier and well drained soil. My house has a lawn that drops about 10 inches in about...
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killing grass on 1 acre before planting Habiturf
March 04, 2012
I have an acre of full sun lawn on a slight slope in Dallas - would the habiturf be appropriate & if so, how do I go about killing off the existing weeds/crab grass before installing? Removing 3 in o...
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Do I need to cover my Habiturf planting with straw?
March 02, 2012
I'm preparing to seed the Habiturf in my front yard in a couple of weeks. My dad has suggested I spread some straw to help protect the seeds. Your thoughts? Thanks!!!
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