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Post by binnylou on Mar 30, 2018 0:03:29 GMT -5
There are some I cannot have here like the Pampas in my zone. lilolpeapicker, why can you grow Pampas? We are zone 5a, and I see Pampas in a lot of areas. at least, I think it is Pampas...looks like Pampas. Just wondering. A small clump of ornamental grass would look good out by your mailbox gardening area.
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Post by Mumsey on Mar 30, 2018 4:34:45 GMT -5
The "Pampas" grasses we see in roadside ditches in Iowa are Miscanthus. But everyone calls it "Pampas".
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Post by lilolpeapicker on Mar 30, 2018 5:51:51 GMT -5
When I looked it up this is what it said,
"The grass is hardy in USDA zones 7-11, but in well protected areas, it can also be grown in Zone 6. It’s not suited for cold regions unless grown in pots and brought indoors over winter and replanted outdoors in spring. Due to its large size, however, this isn’t really practical."
This Miscanthus says zone 5
What I am looking for is a wall of grasses or slow growing trees to put at the eastern edge of my property because the neighbor throws all the snow from his driveway to the base of my house and the water goes into the crawl space under the house. He used to hit the house and sometimes woke me up but I spoke to him about it. He doesn't hit the side of house anymore(mostly) but I am trying to be sensible about it. I have been thinking of a fence.
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Post by Mumsey on Mar 30, 2018 19:21:45 GMT -5
Arborvitae trees?
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Post by Mumsey on Mar 30, 2018 19:22:43 GMT -5
Grasses would be knocked down by snow being thrown at them.
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Post by binnylou on Mar 30, 2018 20:27:50 GMT -5
I have been thinking of a fence. I would consider the fence option...just think of the pretty garden that you might have along the fence.
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Post by Mumsey on Oct 8, 2018 4:41:06 GMT -5
The answer my friend is blowin' in the wind.....Love these grasses! Snapped a pic on our only sunny day this week. Untitled by gardensandquilts, on Flickr
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Post by desertwoman on Oct 8, 2018 9:22:51 GMT -5
That's a beautiful stand of grasses- Is that Maiden Hair Mumsey ? binnylou, how did yours do after burning it?
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Post by binnylou on Oct 8, 2018 9:34:55 GMT -5
desertwoman, Our Zebra grass looks like it did last year. Tall and pretty, just like it should. I'm debating again whether to burn or chop. We bought a wheeled, push type string trimmer to help with cleanup on this property. I think it might take down small trees. If it doesn't stop raining, burning won't be an option.
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Post by Mumsey on Oct 8, 2018 14:46:19 GMT -5
desertwoman, It's not Maiden grass. Don't know what it is, it's something I brought along when we moved. I've divided it out several times. Has a dark green leaf with white stripe in the center. I'm thinking Pampas grass family. Gets 5-8' tall. The top rail of that front deck rail is 7' off the ground.
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Post by SpringRain🕊️ on Oct 26, 2018 20:51:47 GMT -5
binnylou , are you pleased with the wheeled string trimmer? I've seen them advertised in gardening magazines. They look like a cross between a lawn mower with a higher cut and a huge string trimmer. Do they do a good job of cutting low brush or tall volunteers that aren't wanted? What about the string? Has it broken or worn out yet and is it easy to change? I still haven't decided if I want to try keeping the overrun areas clear with a tiller, or try a larger capacity string trimmer.
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Post by binnylou on Oct 26, 2018 21:22:34 GMT -5
SpringRain🕊️, hubby loves it...I haven't used it yet. We first saw one at the local farm store. It was a husquavana (sp) brand. Research on line told us that there is a part on the front underside that breaks easily and is a forty dollar repair. We ended up buying a Remington from Amazon. We have gone through some of the strings supplied, but he also has been cutting some heavy growth.
When using it, you need to be aware of what/who is around, as it can fling cuttings, rocks. Safety glasses are a must. He says it starts easily.
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Post by SpringRain🕊️ on Oct 27, 2018 14:42:05 GMT -5
binnylou , Thanks for the info. I'm a bit leery of something that flings rocks, as there are many hidden obstacles in my garden now. But I'm adding it to my list of tools to consider next garden season, IF I can't figure out a way to address all the unwanted volunteers that plague me every year. The leaves are falling faster now, and I expect the first or second week in November will be chilly enough to make me want to stay inside.
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Post by Wheelgarden on Oct 6, 2020 18:54:18 GMT -5
The zebra grass that welcomes me, coming out of the shady garden pathway, into the garden. Not the best picture, but it's about 6 feet tall and 10 feet wide. It'll turn brown over winter and still be quite striking until it gets burned in March to regenerate. I love my Zeeb.
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Post by Mumsey on Aug 24, 2021 9:54:13 GMT -5
Pampas grass gone crazy! Had 3 but 2 didn't overwinter 2 years ago. One is plenty. That's a 5 ft fence to the left.
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