Laura & CTB Posted April 11, 2007 Share Posted April 11, 2007 Does anyone know if it is possible to keep a piece of turf growing but without "planting" it?? I'm thinking maybe in a plastic tray or similar? I've got a piece on my decking at the moment for my chooks to play with and they are gonna be heartbroken when it disappears!!! any thoughts?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theherd123 Posted April 11, 2007 Share Posted April 11, 2007 It might survive if you put it in a tray of compost and water it every now and then Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
red Posted April 11, 2007 Share Posted April 11, 2007 I dug up some turves at the beginning of last summer and dumped most of them but kept a couple which are still growing but there is about 12 inches of soil underneath - I'm not sure a thin turf would survive though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted April 11, 2007 Share Posted April 11, 2007 I've got 10 seed trays with turf growing on compost, to give the hens some greenery to peck at. I read this tip on another poultry forum and thought it sounded a good idea. A roll of turf cost £2.50. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura & CTB Posted April 12, 2007 Author Share Posted April 12, 2007 Great - I'm going to give it a go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puglet Posted April 12, 2007 Share Posted April 12, 2007 It will grow if it has a good 10cm or deeper tray to get it's roots into. The main thing is water, water, water, turf is like bread and if left out in the sun and wind will dry out very quickly. Also depending on the type of turf, the really fine, luxury grass mix/fescues will grow on shallower soil as is slower growing. I trained as a horticulturist and garden designer, just don't do it as a profession. I hope this helps somewhat. Vince x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura & CTB Posted April 12, 2007 Author Share Posted April 12, 2007 Thanks Vince, I dont mind experimenting and buying the stuff as long as it stands half a chance of growing!!!! My knowledge of gardening is very close to zero Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puglet Posted April 12, 2007 Share Posted April 12, 2007 I would get deep seed trays, some compost and a small bag/box of seed. The grass will come up in no time and you could trim it with scissors and it will thicken up nicely. Whether or not it would work out cheaper than a roll of turf I can't say though. Vince x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted April 12, 2007 Share Posted April 12, 2007 I trained as a horticulturist and garden designerVince x You'll live to regret telling us that....we'll be after free advice now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Laura & CTB Posted April 12, 2007 Author Share Posted April 12, 2007 I would get deep seed trays, some compost and a small bag/box of seed. The grass will come up in no time and you could trim it with scissors and it will thicken up nicely. Whether or not it would work out cheaper than a roll of turf I can't say though. Vince x I did try this before but the girls were just pulling out the grass - roots n all - I thought turf might hold out for a while longer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
