Planting Grass

Berms provide a raised planting area in an otherwise flat location. Their original function was to allow excavators to leave excess soil on site and avoid the expense of removal.

Most garden berms create a unique flavor to a yard by providing natural raised flowerbeds. Berms also provide a border around a yard perimeter for... more »

Bermuda grass, also known as the "South's grass," is a thick, lush grass great for lawns, ground covers and other gardening uses. Bermuda grass is a perennial grass found in theme and amusement parks, golf courses and gardens. Bermuda grass grows best in an area with a mild climate, like southern and southwestern United States.... more »

Roadside plantings serve multiple purposes. They can create a privacy hedge for homeowners and can beautify the scenery for passersby. They can also serve as a windbreak and can help control erosion and runoff, mitigating some of the environmental damage of cars and highways. The right plants, along with proper planning and... more »

Growing grass in a wooded lot is possible, but has its challenges. Grass likes sunshine, and there is little of that in wooded lots, where the tree canopy can capture all the sunshine and deflect the rainfall with the leaves and branches on the trees. Even gardening experts agree that it is difficult to grow grass under the shade of... more »

Raleigh St. Augustine grass is a subspecies of the popular St. Augustine grass, often grown in Florida. With its broad leaves and full coverage, St. Augustine has become a relatively popular grass for parts of Florida. However, most types of St. Augustine grasses have some problems that make them difficult to deal with. Raleigh St.... more »