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Can grass grow in an area with no sunlight?

3 years ago

I've been trying to grow grass in my backyard for years now. The problem is I have a giant tree that blocks out all sunlight in this area. I planted grass seeds before but with no sunlight ever getting through they end up just dying. Is there any specific brand of grass that can grow with no sunlight or am I out of luck with this area here?

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jen1237
Original Author
3 years ago
gardengal48 (PNW Z8/9)
3 years ago
Where are you located? Some types of turf grass are more shade tolerant than others but none will survive in full shade. Shade loving groundcovers might be a better option.
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dchall_san_antonio
3 years ago
Is that a pile of pruning or is that a mess of roots in the picture?

What kind of tree? It might make a difference.

What kinds of grass have you tried in there?

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