LOW MAINTENANCE GRASS

Dear Expert, I have a small area behind my home which at this time has been excavated and backfilled with a rough grade of native clay soil. I would like to plant a low profile grass that needs as little maintenance as possible. I expect to put a layer of about 3-4 inches of top soil cover and then plant some grass. The area is on the south side of my home. I might even consider putting down rolled sod. I have several small dogs which will need to use this area, but because of age and other responsibilities I need to have as little extra work as possible. This area is about 10' x 40' which for these small dogs will be fenced. Your advice for this grass application would be most helpful. Sincerely, Herb 100% disabled service connected veteran

Douglas County Oregon about 4 years ago

Pine tree deaths

Hello. I am wondering if you could give ma any information on what may be killing pine trees on my property. I live in Douglas county (Roseburg) and I have pine trees dying at an alarming rate. In the past 6 months I have lost 8-9 trees with more starting to turn brown. The trees are dying in a progressive pattern, (one by one in a row). I know there have been a lot of Doug Fir deaths in the area, but no one but me seems to have any issue with the pines. Could it be a beetle? Any help is appreciated

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Douglas County Oregon 5 months ago

wood borer?

splitting madrone firewood we discovered this delightful critter and larvae. I think the larvae belongs to the beetle just because of the markings, but who knows? the bug is about an inch long. we are hesitant about keeping it around for firewood this winter in case the larvae hatch and infest every other tree around. suggestions?

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Douglas County Oregon insect identification forestry 11 months ago

Potted lemon tree

I have had my lemon tree in a same pot for years. When should I transplant it into a larger pot and what time of year? Is there any special soil preparation? I use organic fertilizer also.

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Douglas County Oregon transplanting trees lemon trees horticulture about 4 years ago

Broad leaf (pasture) grass

How do you kill Broadleaf - pasture grass from your lawn? A few years ago Weed-B-Gone Max used to kill it and not hurt your lawn. I think they have changed the formula because it has no effect on the broad leaf grass anymore. Thank you

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Douglas County Oregon weed issues horticulture about 4 years ago

dead fir trees

Do you know why many fir trees are dying here in Douglas county? We live out Cole Road and I counted 32 trees that are dead or dying from my house to town. Is it the lack of rain?

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Douglas County Oregon almost 4 years ago

What is the most effective way to get rid of moles in my vineyard?

I have a vineyard which is overrun by moles. I have used traps in the past few years, but now they seem to go around the traps. Any advice on the most effective way to rid the vineyard of them?

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Douglas County Oregon wildlife damage management general vineyard management lrk over 4 years ago

Soil management

Wanted to know if you folks deal with soil management of personal property. My acreage is clay soil, lots of moss, and extremely soggy. Would like to know if I can turn it around to make pasture land? Thanks for your time.

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Douglas County Oregon soil and fertility issues pastures and forages over 5 years ago