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Turf - Cool Season by Common Name

Common Name Scientific Name Comments 
Tall Fescue Thumbnail picture closeup of Tall Fescue (Festuca arundinacea) in lawn. Select for larger image and more information. Festuca arundinacea
  • Nitrogen requirement: medium
  • shade tolerance: good
  • Water requirement: good, but takes a lot of water in summer to keep active
  • Mowing height: 2 to 3"
  • Establishment: sod or seed
  • Cultivars: 'K-31' common, but many better improved types available such as 'Rebel', 'Rendition'
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