No-Mow May gone wild! - Ask Extension
Hello.
Over the past five years I’ve been planting native perennials in the hopes of turning the yard into a meadow. I have kept a handwritten...
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No-Mow May gone wild! #870990
Asked May 31, 2024, 4:17 PM EDT
Hello.
Over the past five years I’ve been planting native perennials in the hopes of turning the yard into a meadow. I have kept a handwritten map noting what was planted where, but this year I can’t find the darn thing! I’m at such a loss now.
My landlord is sending someone over on Monday to just “clean everything up”.
I tried to attach a video, but wasn’t able to. It would’ve given you an idea of how overgrown the yard has become. Instead, I only have three photos of different yard areas.
I’m hoping (and asking) if one of the Master Gardeners in the Frederick area can come by and help me identify things before they’re cut down.
Frederick County Maryland
Expert Response
We don't think you have to worry too much.
We see a lot of what are weeds as well as some natives, primarily wild violets.
Most natives are perennials that return from year to year, and if they are mowed down, they are likely to regrow.
We can see hostas that are not native- they will come back too.
Christine
We see a lot of what are weeds as well as some natives, primarily wild violets.
Most natives are perennials that return from year to year, and if they are mowed down, they are likely to regrow.
We can see hostas that are not native- they will come back too.
Christine