Archive for Low-maintenance grasses

Great Grasses – 1

Those who love to have grass on their backyard, here’s the good news for all.  These six low-maintenance grasses, suited to various regions, can be mixed with clover or used alone.

Fine Fescues

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Region  North of the Mason-Dixon Line

Why we love it Most of these grasses tolerate shade.  Some, like sheep and hard fescue, require little mowing.  All have good disease resistance and cold tolerance, though they can brown out before other grasses in severe heat.

 

Tall Fescues

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Region  North to Mid-South

Why we love it   This is a tough grass that withstands neglect and is extremely disease   and insect-resistant.  A good choice for a weekend home, it thrives with little care.

Ref:  Warren Schultz

Photo courtesy:  centralcoastsod and  turffiles

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