We have a big maple tree outside our back window. Since we moved in 7 years ago I can not get grass to grow under it. Early spring grass will start and then die and we have a dirt pit. I have thought about building a deck under the tree but then there is the problem of roots causing the deck to shift. There is concreting under the tree and then the concrete will crack. Any other suggestion or ways to ge the grass to grow?

Thanks
Jackes

An excellent site for turf, Purdue Turfgrass Program, A PDF from Purdue on improving turf grown in shade Improving Lawns in the Shade

Thanks for the info. I will check it out!

Your welcome!
The Publication link at the top of the main page is where the "Improving Lawns in the shade" is located.

Maples have extremely dense roots. Grass typically won't grow under maple trees. Is it possible to mulch instead, at least a 3' diameter circle?