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Re: [SG] Fwd: [openhosta] New Hosta Bed

In a message dated 98-04-13 17:51:10 EDT, you write:

<< HI there CLYDE,

 RE: Here is a method that has been successful for me: Outline your
 new bed. Cover
 it with a 12-12-12 fertilizer. Water. This will kill the grass

 Are you serious?  This sounds intriquing to me.  could you tell us
 more about this.....

 Just how much fertilizer, an inch?  LOL!

 Let's say an area 10x10....100 sq ft.

 I think easy gardening approaches are great and often tell fellow
 gardeners not to take off the grass, but till it and then put on 10-
 12 inches of pure compost.  It contains everything as far as I know .
  And this has worked for me.....but  when you talk about adding all
 your materials, do you then rototill that in?

 Just curious!

 bobbie b in Gloucer MA
  >>
Hi Bobbie!
 I think your method is a good one.
I am somewhat lazy and don't rototill.

Yes, seriously! I haven't measured the amount of fertilizer I put down but I
just put down enough so I can see it clearly and that it covers the entire
area.
I have some beds that are now around 18 years old where I have done this and
no ill effects so far.

10-12 inches of soil would be marvelous!
Clyde Crockett z5
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