Don’s Expert Answers: Grass dying under Jacaranda tree

Question From:
in Scarborough , Brisbane Queensland

Nature of problem:
Grass dying under Jacaranda tree

Type of Plant (if known):
Grass dying under Jacaranda tree

Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
Grass dying

Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
Mix

How often do you water the plant:
Every few weeks & Only after long periods of no rain.

How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
Shade

How long since you planted it:
Jacaranda is about 10 years old

Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
Grass only with lawn food

Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
Outdoors

Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
Ground

What other treatments have you given the plant:
None

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Other Comments:
Hi,
My grass is dying under my Jacaranda tree.
What do I need to do to get grass to grow under the tree.
Regards
Kathy

Answer:
Hi Kathryn, I am not sure what your problem is. Usually, when grass dies under a tree, it is due to lack of water. Try a wetting agent plus lots of watering.