With careful planning and a good sense of DIY basics, you can have a green patch on your balcony in no time. First, let’s see what you need to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nCan You Successfully Grow Grass On A Balcony?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Successfully growing grass on a balcony is possible if you make the necessary preparations. You must carefully plan the area and select the correct type of grass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A balcony is not a common place to plant grass. Balconies are usually constructed from wood, screed cement, metal sheets, or tiles over cement.<\/strong> Planting grass is not typically done on a balcony, but here are some reasons you may consider \u2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not all grass types will be suitable to grow on a balcony. There are practical things to consider, such as<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Before you can plant grass, you need to look at the integrity of the balcony and the material used in its construction. You will have to cut the grass at some point, so you must use a trimmer or a hedge cutter because a lawnmower will be too big.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Other things to consider before planting grass on your balcony \u2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n It would be best not to plant natural grass on a wooden balcony but instead use fake grass. It is durable, relatively maintenance-free, and easy to clean and would not be a place where moss can grow. (how to remove moss from balconies can be found here) <\/p>\n\n\n\n Clean out the balcony so that you have enough space to work. Give the area you intend to transform a good cleaning and let it dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Demarcate the area using builder’s tape, make it slightly bigger than the planting area, and leave some extra space for the border.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can buy special drainage pipes from your garden center if you need to add extra drainage. Cover them with a hessian material to prevent soil from clogging them up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are building a retainer area, you need to lay the builder’s sheet or plastic and place your drainage pipe where it needs to be.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you use a container such as a molded playpen, drill a drainage hole and lay the drainage pipe inside. Now connect it to the hole, and lay the drainage to the nearest gutter point on the balcony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After laying the sheet and piping, you can build the border with interlocking bricks, cinder blocks, or injection molded borders you can buy from a garden center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Make sure there are no gaps to prevent sand and soil from spilling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The most crucial section beside the drainage pipe is your substrate materials. It is a good idea to cover the bottom layer in crusher\/building stone, at least 15 to 19mm in size. <\/strong>Ensure it covers the drainage pipe and is at least 1 inch thick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cover the crushed stone with triple-washed, coarse building sand and compact the area well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can buy bags of soil from the garden center, making it easy to use on a balcony without the mess. It\u2019s a good idea to mix top or potting soil with some manure and topsoil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Good, nutrient-high soil will ensure the grass has a good start<\/strong> and help it grow faster. Grass roots need a minimum of 10-inches to thrive. With grass, more is better, so give it as much depth as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Always compact the soil slightly and water it so that it can settle before you plant. Dry, hot soil can burn the roots and stunt the growth of the grass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Now that your soil is ready and prepped, you can plant the sods in rows, or if you bought rolls of grass, you can roll them out and lightly compact them. Grass loves water, and you should immediately water it thoroughly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Grass that gets a lot of sun will need more water.<\/strong> Watering three to four times a week should be sufficient, but if it is sweltering, you may need to water daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Wait at least 4 weeks before the first trim, allowing the grass to settle and the roots to flourish. Then, trim or cut as needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Grass loves nitrogen, potassium, and phosphate to grow. Therefore, it is recommended that you feed the patch of lawn once a month to every six weeks<\/strong>. Liquid fertilizer will work best on a balcony lawn.<\/p>\n\n\n Not all grasses will be suitable for growing on a balcony. Where you stay geographically will make a difference, as well as the direction your balcony is facing, for example – North, South, East, or West.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some grasses are best suited for colder areas, and some for more humid climates so here is a guide to choosing the best grass \u2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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What Is The Easiest Way To Plant Grass On A Balcony?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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How To Plant Grass Using Sods or Rolls<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Step #1 \u2013 Clear Out And Clean The Balcony<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Step #2 \u2013 Lay Builders Sheet And Piping<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Step #3 \u2013 Build The Border<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Step #4\u2013 Create The Drainage Substrate<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Step #5 – Add Compost And Topsoil<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Step #6 \u2013 Plant The Sods Or Lay The Rolls<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Step #7 \u2013 Fertilize Regularly<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\nWhich Grass Type Is Best Suited For A Balcony?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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