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Types of Grasses

For the most part, lawns in suburbia are like noses – everybody has one. Some are big, some are ugly, some are perfect for their surroundings. Let’s learn about some of the more common types of grass.

Tall Fescue to the Cool-Lawn Rescue!

Tall fescue is a nice cool-season lawn species well-suited for many parts of the country. Though all grasses do best in full sun, this selection can handle areas with a limited amount of shade.

Warm-Season Grasses for Warm-Season Climates

Live in a warm climate? The first step to a healthy, lush lawn year-round is picking the right warm-season grass for your yard. Let’s compare grass! Here are seven great turf options for warm-climate gardeners: St. Augustine, centipede, Bermuda, Bahia grass, seashore paspalum, zoysia and buffalograss.