Jets and Grass Runways

Shouldn't be a problem. I've attended a high-power rocket launch that was held on a sod farm, and talk about some burn streaks!! It should grow out.

George

Every tear in the spring I set my lawn on fire, much to the consternation of my neighbors. It removes all the old dead thatch and a few weeks later I have the greenest lawn in the neighborhood.

A few of the other folks have caught on to what is happening and I am no longer alone in my spring ritual.

I wouldn't worry about the black streaks...

It will, but it takes time.

Burning may have actually destroyed the root structure. If it has, it will take a year or so.

Use of flame guns is a valid way of doing soil sterilisation - not only does it kill what's growing, but also any intinerant seeds. It also kills the bacteria and fungi needed to decompose the organic materials back to compost. Which is why specific weedkillers are more often used these days.

I had done the same thing after seeing my neighbor burn his leaves in his yard. Though I did it in the fall and at a different location each year (we had woods behind the house). Sure enough, the grass comes in very green and full, only had taken two years or so to get the whole yard (2 acres worth) looking good.

rick markel

consternation......

Not standing in the smoke should avoid that.......

Good catch Bill, It was supposed to be year :>)