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  • Hello, I live in Round Rock, Texas and when we first moved into our home (it was newly built) the tree didn't shade much of the side yard, so the St. Augustine grew fantastically there. Now however, the side yard is becoming more and more shaded, and of course the St. Augustine is having serious issues (thining out, completely gone in places, etc). What kind of grass can I replace the St. Augustine with that might hold up to the shade better? Could I try one of the more shade tolerant strains of St. Augustine? Or would that just be a waste of time? Thank you, Dave Green

    5/12/200812:35:57 PM Link 0 comments | Add comment

    St. Augustine

    Once the shade takes over it is going to be difficult to get anything to grow thick there, one suggestion is to trim the trees to allow more light to the ground, spread compost and fertilize the grass. That will enrich the soil and give the grass a fighting chance at survival.

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