Grass grows on every continent—including Antarctica—and there about 1,000 different grasses in North America. Grasses grow in many habitats, and different grass family members are the main plant in …

This publication covers basic grass anatomy, including terms commonly used for grass identification, and guides you through seven questions to ask about the species you are trying to identify.

Successful turfgrass selection is a matter of choosing a grass that best fits the requirements of the particular situation. The following information is meant to guide you in making that determination.

Five keys to successful grass seeding and establishment are presented in the following narrative. Adhering to these guidelines will greatly improve your chances of a successful grass stand.

Plant Identification Form for Grasses and Grass-likes.

Big bluestem is a 4-7’ tall, leafy, warm-season bunch grass with fine hairs where the leaf joins the stem. On mature plants, the seed head has two or three spikes or fingers that attach at a common joint of …

While there are approximately 10,000 species of grass in the world, at least 12 are considered a turfgrass, Turfgrasses are narrow-leaved plants that can provide a uniform cover, tolerate low …