Turfgrass Identification Objectives Identify common varieties of turfgrass

Turfgrass Identification

Objectives �Identify common varieties of turfgrass grown in Utah

Turfgrass is beneficial in a landscape because…. �Provides area for outdoor activities �Adds to the overall design aesthetic �Why else?

Selecting Turfgrass �The first step in creating a beautiful lawn is to select the right species �As with other plants, different species have different light, watering, and soil requirements

3 Most Common Turfgrasses for Utah �Kentucky Bluegrass �Tall Fescue �Perennial Ryegrass

Kentucky Bluegrass �Handles a lot of foot traffic �Great for full sun or part shade �Recovers well from damage �Nice, fine texture

Tall Fescue �Drought tolerant �Shade tolerant �Handles foot traffic well

Perennial Ryegrass �Establishes quickly which can help prevent weeds �High foot traffic tolerance �Prefers full sun �Higher maintenance

Drought Tolerant Turfgrass �More water wise grasses are available Water wise= less irrigation �Generally don’t have the same “velvety green” appearance that most home owners like

Drought Tolerant Grasses �Drought tolerant grasses Buffalo grass Blue grama �They are warm season grasses They will only be green for 3 -4 moths of the year �Most require higher mowing heights