1
Dig a hole large enough to take the
full depth of the container. Place
the potted plant in the hole to ensure
the top of the potting soil is level with
the soil. Water the grass well in its pot
before planting to give it a good start.
PLANTING GRASSES
IN THE GROUND
Most grasses are container-grown. The best times to plant
them in the garden are in spring, to give them a whole growing
season to settle in, or in fall, when the soil is warm and moist
enough for the roots to grow strongly before winter.
YOU WILL NEED
• grasses grown in a container
• garden compost (optional)
• watering can or hose
SEE ALSO
• CARING FOR GRASSES >> 148/149
• DIVIDING GRASSES >> 154/155
• CHOOSING GRASSES >> 156/157
DECORATIVE GRASSES
Different grasses offer a wealth of
colors, shapes, and sizes. Not all
are green: grasses may be blue,
red, bronze, or silver. Some
provide fall color and others are
evergreen. Choose to suit the
style of your garden.
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3
Place the plant centrally into
the hole, and fill in the dug out
soil around the edges, firming
gently with your fingers. Some
people like to mix compost into
the removed soil, but this is not
absolutely necessary.
2
Remove the plant from its pot
and gently tease out the roots
around the edges of the root ball.
This encourages them to grow out
into the surrounding soil early.
4
Using a watering can or hose,
gently water in the plant.
This not only provides it with
moisture but ensures soil
particles are washed into close
contact with the roots. Keep the
plant moist but don’t over water.
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