What you will know after this guide

  • Kentucky bluegrass
  • Fescues
  • Mixes and alternatives

Kentucky bluegrass

Dense and able to repair by rhizomes, it generally needs more sun, water and fertility.

Fescues

Fine fescues tolerate shade and lower inputs; tall fescue develops deeper roots and handles drought better where climate-suited.

Mixes and alternatives

Ryegrass establishes quickly; microclover can reduce nitrogen needs; a native prairie suits areas where a mown-carpet appearance is not required.