Types of Lawn Grasses
Hundreds of different types of lawn grasses grow in the United States and not all of them are the same. Depending on the region people live, certain lawn grasses will thrive while others are only successful under specific circumstances. In order to plant grass that will accentuate a lawn, it's important to understand the types of lawn grasses available. Does this Spark an idea?
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Bermuda
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Bermuda is one type of lawn grass that thrives in warm, dry climates and grows in different types of soil. This type of grass is found mainly on lawns in the Southern United States. Because of its versatility, Bermuda grass is commonly used to turf sports fields, parks and golf courses.
Zoysia
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Zoysia is a type of lawn grass native to Asian countries like China and Japan, but was imported to the United States in the early 20th century. This type of grass is called a transitional grass because it grows in a variety of climates, as long as the soil drains well. It can handle the heat of Southern California and the milder temperatures of Maryland. Zoysia grass grows in salt-rich soil as well. However, it is not successful in extreme cold.
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Red Fescue
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Red fescue is a type of grass that thrives in northern and mild areas and prefers to grow in shaded areas. This type of grass is low maintenance and even looks good when it hasn't been mowed in a while. However, it does not tolerate hot conditions well. In addition to northern areas, red fescue is planted in cool, shaded areas like mountain campsites, resorts and cabins.
St. Augustine
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St. Augustine grass grows on lawns across the Southern United States because it thrives in coastal areas and can withstand extreme heat and drought and humid conditions. St. Augustine, native to the Caribbean, Africa and the Mediterranean, does not grow well in cold conditions or under trees because it needs plenty of sunlight. It is also hard to maintain on a yard.
Pampas
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Pampas, a perennial, is one of the types of lawn grass that is hard to maintain. This grass, native to South America, grows uncontrollably during the summer. Pampas thrives in dry, sunny conditions and can grow to as much as 12 feet tall, producing purple flowers. They chock other plants growing nearby. In addition, they have sharp, dangerous edges that scratch people walking in it.
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