How to Grow Monkey Grass from Seed
Harvest monkey grass seeds from monkey grass blossoms., Make preparations to plant monkey grass in early fall., Choose a location for your grass that is in partial sun and drains very well. , Remove weeds or any other vegetation in that spot...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Harvest monkey grass seeds from monkey grass blossoms.
These blossoms usually arrive in late summer or early fall.
Clip the blossom stems that hold the seeds.
Dry the stems by hanging them in a room with good circulation.
Pull the seeds from the stem by hand.
They should fall off fairly easily.
If you get monkey grass from a landscape or garden supplier, make sure the seeds are fresh.
Monkey grass will not store for longer than 2 weeks, without losing its capacity to germinate.
They should be stored in wet or humid conditions. -
Step 2: Make preparations to plant monkey grass in early fall.
Choose a time when there will be some sun, but not much rain.
Monkey grass seeds are easily washed away.
If you live in colder, northern climates, you will have a better chance of germination if you buy seeds and plant in the early spring. ,, Weeds compete for the same soil nutrients that the grass will need to germinate and grow.
The type of weeds will vary widely depending upon your location.
Weeding can be done with a rake and by hand with smaller or deeply rooted weeds. , Use a tiller to combine the compost into the soil.
You can also use fertilizers with urea, ammonia and sulfate to add acid to the soil. ,, They should be 8 to 12 inches (20.3 to
30.5 cm) deep, if you want to contain monkey grass.
Most varietals of monkey grass are aggressive and they will take over surrounding areas if dividers aren't used. , The amount you need will depend upon the area you want to fill.
You will need to plant the seeds in 3 different areas, so divide your seeds into 3 equal groups. , Sprinkle a third of the seeds into the soil in this direction. ,,,, It should be moist while the seeds germinate.
Seeds should sprout within 1 month. , -
Step 3: Choose a location for your grass that is in partial sun and drains very well.
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Step 4: Remove weeds or any other vegetation in that spot.
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Step 5: Spread compost into your soil to make it acidic.
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Step 6: Set aside a mixture of 2 parts topsoil and 1 part compost to cover your seeds.
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Step 7: Insert dividers into the soil.
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Step 8: Gather your monkey grass seeds.
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Step 9: Walk over the planting area going straight from 1 end to another.
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Step 10: Sprinkle a third of the seeds while walking in a perpendicular direction over the planting area.
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Step 11: Cover the seeds with the compost and topsoil mix
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Step 12: so that they are 1 inch (2.54 cm) below the surface.
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Step 13: Sprinkle the last third of the seeds on top of the soil.
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Step 14: Water the soil regularly.
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Step 15: Water 2 to 3 times per week once seedlings appear.
Detailed Guide
These blossoms usually arrive in late summer or early fall.
Clip the blossom stems that hold the seeds.
Dry the stems by hanging them in a room with good circulation.
Pull the seeds from the stem by hand.
They should fall off fairly easily.
If you get monkey grass from a landscape or garden supplier, make sure the seeds are fresh.
Monkey grass will not store for longer than 2 weeks, without losing its capacity to germinate.
They should be stored in wet or humid conditions.
Choose a time when there will be some sun, but not much rain.
Monkey grass seeds are easily washed away.
If you live in colder, northern climates, you will have a better chance of germination if you buy seeds and plant in the early spring. ,, Weeds compete for the same soil nutrients that the grass will need to germinate and grow.
The type of weeds will vary widely depending upon your location.
Weeding can be done with a rake and by hand with smaller or deeply rooted weeds. , Use a tiller to combine the compost into the soil.
You can also use fertilizers with urea, ammonia and sulfate to add acid to the soil. ,, They should be 8 to 12 inches (20.3 to
30.5 cm) deep, if you want to contain monkey grass.
Most varietals of monkey grass are aggressive and they will take over surrounding areas if dividers aren't used. , The amount you need will depend upon the area you want to fill.
You will need to plant the seeds in 3 different areas, so divide your seeds into 3 equal groups. , Sprinkle a third of the seeds into the soil in this direction. ,,,, It should be moist while the seeds germinate.
Seeds should sprout within 1 month. ,
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