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amid chaos
07-13-2002, 09:04 AM
Remember that I posted a while ago about layering on top of the grass for a new bed rather than digging up the grass?

Well, I am attempting it and it is messy. I put the news paper down and wet it so it would stay put. Then I am mowing over leaves and grass from my compost pile that aren't composting. I am putting a 6 inch layer of this remowed stuff and then a few inches of mulch on top of that.

So, I am at the "will see" point of this experiment.

I have a ivorysilk lilac tree to go in this spot in the fall.
Maleficent2
07-13-2002, 09:41 AM
sounds interesting.




Cool idea.




Mal
DixieDreamer
07-13-2002, 07:51 PM
You have more patience then I have. :)
Tulirose
07-13-2002, 10:25 PM
DixieDee - You, of all people, should know that patience plays an important role in the world of gardening! LOL

Amid - I'm concerned that you are not leaving ENOUGH time between doing this and attempting to use the bed. Somehow, I imagined that this type of project would require MORE than two months to make workable dirt. Will be anxious to hear of your progress.
RobinMarie
07-13-2002, 10:34 PM
Did you cover it with anything? Try covering with black pastic so it will 'cook' faster.
amid chaos
07-13-2002, 11:04 PM
I don't intend to plant in this bed till spring. What I have for it will have to nursery elsewhere in the yard. I also think by fall I will need to add some more layers..maybe a peat and some lime.
Snowwark
07-14-2002, 06:58 AM
Keep us posted on your "experiment" Amid! :D

I really like Ivory Silk Lilac trees, wish I had a spot for one!
Mamu
07-14-2002, 07:01 AM
Amid I think this is a great idea.

Do you plan on turning it all into the soil in the spring then start planting. I am always in the process of starting new gardens this idea sounds interesting, sounds like your going to have great soil when it's finished.

I also think a layer of soil on top will help break down the mulch faster.
redd45
07-14-2002, 05:19 PM
I did this before after reading about in our local paper in the garden section. I did this in a shadded area in a grove of tree's. It was supposed to compost in about six months but took longer. I think it was because it was in a shadded area? The final result was worth it. Good Luck. Susan:p