What type of turfgrass should I select for my home lawn? Selection of the proper turfgrass species is one of the most important decisions to be made when establishing a lawn. Since a lawn is meant to be permanent, it is important to select a grass species adapted to the area and to the intended level of management. The species selected must also be capable of meeting the aesthetic expectations of the homeowner. Many lawn problems result from the failure to address these subjects during the grass selection process. In Delaware County, only a few species of grass are useful for home lawns. The recommended species include: Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, tall fescue and fine fescue. Follow this link for more information on turfgrass species: http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/4000/4011.html

What cultivar/variety of turfgrass should I select? There is a big difference among turfgrass cultivars or varieties. Follow this link for more information on "Lawn Grass Cultivar Selection." http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/4000/4027.html One of the best websites for turfgrass species and cultivar is the National Turfgrass Evaluation Program, which is online at http://www.ntep.org

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This booklet covers all the major aspects of lawn care including: Lawn maintenance, detailing reseeding, mowing height, fertilization, aeration, and irrigation; diagnosing lawn problems; weed control of plants such as crabgrass and quackgrass; turfgrass diseases including leafspot; and insect pests of lawns, such as white grubs and Japanese beetles.