Archive for Midwest

Great Grasses – 2

Perennial Ryegrass

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Region  North to Mid-South

Why we love it   Plant this if your lawn gets a lot of traffic—it’s the species used on most athletic fields.  New varieties have a finer texture and deeper color than old ones,  so they look great anywhere.  Another plus:  It’s easy to stat from seed.

 

Blue Granmagrass

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Region  West, Great Plains, and Midwest

Why we love it   This tough green will grow through drought, heat, cold, and regular mowing,  though it doesn’t like shade.  If you live in the South or West, use it on a sun-baked spot.  It’s virtually maintenance-free.

Reference:  Warren Schultz

 

Photo courtesy:  gardenet and img32.picoodle

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