Choosing the Right Lawn Grass

1. How do I pick the right grass?
2. What type of grass is best for my lawn?
3. What is the most durable type of grass?
4. How do I make my grass green all year round?
5. What is the easiest grass to maintain?
6. What are the four types of grass?
7. What month is best to put grass seed down?
8. Will grass seed grow if you just throw it on the ground?
9. What type of grass stays green all year long?
10. What grass spreads the fastest?
11. Can I have a nice lawn with dogs?
12. What is the toughest grass for dogs?

How do I pick the right grass?

The simplest way to decide what type of grass is best for your lawn is by location. There are three basic climate areas to consider: Northern region (the blue area on the map) where cool-season grasses thrive. Deep South/Gulf region (tan) where warm-season grasses grow best.

What type of grass is best for my lawn?

Cool-season grasses (fescue, bluegrass) do best in Northern climates, while warm-season grasses (St. Augustine, zoysia) fare better in Southern climates. A grass variety recommended for one area of the country may be discouraged for use in another area.

What is the most durable type of grass?

Transition states, such as Tennessee, Missouri and the Carolinas, will find that Tall Fescue is their best option for a lawn that gets alot of use. This grass type is well-adapted to either sunny or partially shaded areas and is known for its durability as well as its tolerance to traffic, heat and drought.

How do I make my grass green all year round?

If you're growing a warm-season grass that turns brown during the winter months, you can overseed with a cool-season turf seed so that your lawn remains green year-round.

What is the easiest grass to maintain?

These types of lawns will require less frequent watering, which can help reduce your water bill, and maintain its health all summer long.

• Bermudagrass. ...
• Zoysia grass. ...
• Fescuegrass. ...
• Buffalograss. ...
• St. ...
• Bahiagrass.

What are the four types of grass?

Then, choose from these options:

• North: Kentucky Bluegrass.
• North: Perennial Ryegrass.
• North: Fine Fescue.
• North/Transition: Tall Fescue.
• Transition: Zoysia Grass.
• Transition: Bermuda Grass.
• South: St. Augustine Grass.
• South: Centipede Grass.

What month is best to put grass seed down?

Several distinct advantages make fall the best time to plant cool-season grass seed. In early autumn, the soil is still warm from months of summer sun. This combination of warm soil, moderate day temperatures and cool evenings encourages fast germination and establishment of newly sown cool-season grass seed.

Will grass seed grow if you just throw it on the ground?

The simple answer is, yes. Beyond just throwing the seed out into the lawn and not performing any grass maintenance there is a whole world of lawn care. ... Even though the seeds will sprout if just thrown on the surface of the dirt there are negative effects of planting the seed in that fashion.

What type of grass stays green all year long?

Fescue: Grass that Stays Green Year Round | NG Turf.

What grass spreads the fastest?

What type of seeds grow the fastest? Bermuda grass is the fastest-growing warm season grass, germinating in as little as 10 days. Ryegrass, which grows in cool climates, also germinates that quickly.

Can I have a nice lawn with dogs?

To keep your lawn looking nice, it's important to choose a hearty grass. Tall Fescue grass is a stronger grass, and better at handling dog urine. ... If you have problem spots in your lawn, you can add in the perennial form of Ryegrass. For high foot traffic, consider Kentucky bluegrass or Bermuda grass.

What is the toughest grass for dogs?

Dog Tuff™ Grass (Cynodon 'PWIN04S') is an amazing, highly drought-resistant lawn grass perfect for high traffic and play areas. It has excellent durability in yards with dogs and is resistant to yellowing from dog urine.