mud instead of lawn - why?

User: mike
Posts 50

Does it get the same amount of light as the rest of your yard? Too much or too little light can be a problem as well>

User: kimchi
Posts 50

Do you have a septic tank? It could be a leak from your tank causing the problem.

User: bella
Posts 50

It's also possible that you have a leaky pipe under that patch. Too much water can be just as bad as too little.

User: thor
Posts 50

You might want to check your sprinkler system. The one in that area might not be working -- that could lead to dried out grass too.

User: SallyDP
Posts 100

I think that probably it is what southboca said, a dog that doesn't allow your grass to grow. I would try and plant a tree in there, or create some kind of ornament, like one of those old tires and plant flowers on it. If they don't survive wither, then it is probably a dog!

User: southboca
Posts 51

My guess is that it's environmental. Do you have a dog? Does your neighbor? Dogs tend to mark in the same spot each day, which kills the grass. Just an idea.

User: babycakes
Posts 4

for years i have not been able to get grass to grow on one patch of mud/dirt in my yard. i've tried different grass seed, adding soil, watering, and nothing works. even fertilized it. any thoughts?