ALL GARDENING ZONE

Choosing grass for your yard is a very important task. The grass you choose needs to fit your landscape maintenance plans as well as have the ability to thrive. You may choose to lay sod or seed or you may choose ornamental grass.

First, choose where you will lay the grass and remember that you be sure that you can efficiently water and care for the lawn. Lawn grass works better in larger square areas, which makes it easier to water and mow.

You will want to consider doing a soil analysis to do soil conditions. You can increase the chances of having a successful lawn by choosing grass sod or seed compatible with the soil that you have in place. Also, consider the climate of the location you live in before you choose the grass you want to plant. Bermuda grass and St. Augustine work well in hot climates, Kentucky bluegrass is popular but does not do well in drought conditions. Then hardy zoysia grass, buffalo grass and centipede grass are good for locations that don’t see much water.

Ornamental grass is not good for using as the lawn. They grow taller and look more distinctive and needs less maintenance. Some ornamental grasses do well in dry soil while others require more moisture.

You need to consider how long the grass will grow and remember that the willows and other large grasses do work well in small areas. In a large area you can look at planting fewer different types of grasses. Ornamental grasses should be planted in large patches of color and/or texture which can contrast nicely with other portions of landscape.

Another thing that you will want to consider is your budget for your lawn. Each grass is different when it comes to lawn care, will you do it yourself or will you hire a lawn care company to work in your yard.