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The resulting turf-type tall fescues have been touted as drought-resistant lawn grasses. In well-drained soils, tall fescue requires less irrigation, because roots develop deeply. That means roots access water deeper in the soil than other grasses. What should I consider when plating tall fescue?
The fine fescues are among the most complex groups of turfgrass species, comprising at least five different types. Hard fescue, Chewings fescue, (blue) sheep fescue, creeping red fescue and slender creeping red fescue are the five species or subspecies. While all are fescues, they differ both in appearance and where they are most effectively ...
For other situations, different grasses may work better. Other grasses that generally work well for Colorado lawns are buffalo grass, blue grama, turf-type tall fescue, fine-bladed fescues such as hard, red, chewings or sheep, perennial ryegrass and crested wheatgrass.
Newer shade-adapted bluegrass and fine fescue seed can be introduced into a lawn that is thinning from the shade cast as trees grow larger. Which grasses are good for heat tolerance?
Tall Fescue as a Weed in Bluegrass Lawns – Planttalk #1529; White Clover Control – Planttalk #1542
Don’t seed bluegrass, tall fescue or ryegrass into buffalograss. When the old lawn dies, use the best adapted grass for the situation. Contact your local Colorado State University Extension county office for advice on species and variety selection.
Why use native grasses? Bunchgrasses can be used ornamentally as specimens or in groups. Sod forming grasses can make great low maintenance turf and offer savings in mowing, fertilizing, and irrigation. Grasses provide excellent forage and cover for birds and beneficial insects.