Here are some of the benefits of Kentucky Bluegrass.
Of all the different types of grass out there for use in residential lawns, Kentucky bluegrass is definitely one of the most popular choices out there. It is known as the king of lawn grasses and is also used often on golf courses and athletic fields, giving this grass an air of prestige. While it may take longer for this grass to settle and grow on a lawn, the advantages of Kentucky bluegrass make it worth the wait for many homeowners. Here are some of the reasons why it’s such a popular option.
Kentucky Bluegrass Grows Densely
Kentucky bluegrass grows through underground primary lateral stems that are known as rhizomes. The rhizomes spread out from the main plant to form new ones. This means that the lawn develops a dense cover that covers bare patches quite well. In fact, Kentucky bluegrass is the only cool-season grass that can do this. It’s a great grass to use to thicken a lawn and is commonly used for overseeding.
Grows in Most of the Country
The United States covers a wide territory of different climates and growing zones. Kentucky bluegrass is known as a cool-season grass, meaning that it can grow best in temperatures around 60 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. This makes it perfectly suited for use not just in the Mid-Atlantic, but also most of the central third of the United States.
Kentucky Bluegrass is Disease Resistant
Kentucky Bluegrass is a disease-resistant grass type. As long as the lawn is properly watered and maintained, you shouldn’t have any problem with grass diseases such as leaf spots and rust. However, in the unlikely event of a disease breakout, there are steps you can take. For rust, adding a little bit of nitrogen fertilizer can help eliminate the problem. For leaf spots, a fungicide treatment is necessary.
Produces a Beautiful Lawn with Proper Care
Kentucky bluegrass definitely needs some proper care to help it reach its potential. It needs full sunlight to grow well, and its shallow roots mean that you’ll need to adequately water the lawn to ensure it doesn’t go dormant. And it may need some fertilizing every so often to infuse the roots with nutrients it needs to grow. However, the final product is worth the care and effort – Kentucky bluegrass produces beautiful, lush lawns comprised of thin blades. It maintains a uniform texture throughout the entire lawn that enhances the curb appeal of the property as a whole.
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