Posted by admin | Posted in trees,shrubs | Posted on 23-11-2009
Tags: boxwood shrubs hedges
Which grass is best for an attractive, environmentally conscious lawn?
I’m planning to re-sod a small front yard in eastern Pennsylvania (18′ X 28′.) I think I’m in zone 6, climate wise. I live in a historic district, where a traditional looking lawn or a completely landscaped garden is required. The yard faces northwest, and gets strong, full sunlight in the afternoon.
I don’t have much time for gardening, so I’m planning a small lawn surrounded by a low, evergreen hedge (small boxwoods unless I can find something more interesting.) The foundation plantings in front of my house are azaleas and shrub roses.
I use all organic methods and no chemical fertilizers whenever possible. I’d prefer a lawn that doesn’t have to be watered, once it’s established, for environmental reasons. I use a rotary, hand-pushed lawnmower, so a finer textured grass would be preferred, if available. (The environmental factor is more important to me.)
here is a ‘no mow’ lawn mix. it’s not technically a never mow, but a seldom mow.
http://prairienursery.com/store/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=11
it does grow, but doesn’t get very tall, so your mowing is greatly reduced. i’ve not used it, but it’s described as a fine fescue.
Hedge Trimming – Care and Maintenance of Your Hedges and Shrubs
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EVERGREEN BOXWOOD/COMPACT FOR HEDGES BONSAIS SHRUBS 1 STARTER PLANT $0.99 |
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Blauer Heinz Boxwood – Buxus – Dense Hedge or Bonsai $9.99 ‘Blauer Heinz’ (Buxus sempervirens) Dwarf variety with glaucous blue-green foliage ideal as a hardy edging or mixing with flower borders. Needs little maintenance and color remains deeper in a part shade location. Hardy to Zone 5 Height: 1-2 feet Full Sun Partial Shade Shade… |
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Graham Blandy Boxwood – Buxus – Dense Hedge or Bonsai $9.99 Discovered in 1949 at Blandy Experimental Farm and named to honor Graham F. Blandy, who in 1926 bequeathed more than 700 acres of his property to the University of Virginia to establish the Experimental Farm. This English boxwood has a fantastic, dense columnar form that contrasts well with any planting arrangement and also creates a fine hedge. Also makes a great bonsai, indoors or out! … |
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