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Preparing Soil: The ideal time for soil preparation is fall. Begin with tilling the soil to a depth of about 12 inches. Add lots of organic matter during tillage. While preparing the bed of soil, you may want to add one pound of a all-purpose fertilizer (10-10-10) per 100 sq. ft. of planting area.
Planting: Plant in spring or fall. Spring planting will give grasses enough time to develop a strong root system before winter. If fall planting, add mulch for the first winter. Water well after planting and maintain consistent soil moisture.
Fertilizing: Minimal fertilizing is needed. Fertilize in spring, at a rate of one pound of fertilizer (10-10-10) per 100 sq. ft. of planting space. Water thoroughly after fertilizing.
Watering: For a strong root system water frequently during first season. Once established, watering may only be required during a drought. Many variables will affect watering, such as the type of grass, climate, soil, etc.
Mulching: Mulching will reduce weeding, keep the soil from drying out, reduce watering, and, if an organic mulch is used, it will improve the soil over time.
Tips: Ornamental grasses can provide an attractive accent to winter gardenscapes. Many gardeners wait until spring to cut them back to a few inches to promote new growth for the season. Dividing plants will improve their health and look. This can be done in early spring or fall. Pay attention to ornamental grasses spreading to unwanted areas. For grasses that are self-seeding, you may want to remove the seeds once they have matured to control spreading of the plants.
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