Owens Company, the Oscar statuette is seen in different stages of its manufacture, from the dull, pewterlike first casting to the final, polished, 24-carat gold-plated finish. Bill Zars | Staff Photographer. Molten metal is poured in a mold to begin the building of an Oscar. Bill Zars | Staff Photographer.
Kill grass by pulling it from around lily turf. Liriope or lily turf (Liriope muscari) works well as a border or foundation plant. Lily turf features grasslike, dark green foliage and vibrant purple flowers making it a welcome addition to many yards.
How to Kill Grass Using Vinegar Kill unwanted grass with vinegar. White or pickled vinegar is another great way to kill your grass without the use of harmful chemicals. It is safe and will not harm the environment. However, do not spray near any plants you wish to keep, as vinegar will kill them too.s with newspaper, it is often helpful to mow the grassy area first or you may want to till it and then rake the area smooth. Cover the grass with black plastic. Unlike clear plastic, black plastic blocks out light, smothering grass roots and preventing new growth. Secure the plastic with large rocks.