Kentucky Bluegrass
Kentucky Bluegrass is the most widely used grass for lawns in the Colorado Springs area. It is a perennial, cool season turfgrass that spreads by rhizomes, producing a thick sod.
For areas that will have heavy foot traffic from children or pets, Kentucky bluegrass is a good choice.
Although it requires regular watering to keep it green and prevent winterkill, Kentucky bluegrass can go dormant (turn brown) during dry periods and recover when moisture becomes available.
It requires regular watering (3 days per week in mid-summer) to keep it green and healthy. Plant it on a flat, sunny area and use efficient sprinkler heads and nozzles to water it wisely.
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Kentucky Bluegrass
Kentucky Bluegrass is the most widely used grass for lawns in the Colorado Springs area. It is a perennial, cool season turfgrass that spreads by rhizomes, producing a thick sod.
For areas that will have heavy foot traffic from children or pets, Kentucky bluegrass is a good choice.
Although it requires regular watering to keep it green and prevent winterkill, Kentucky bluegrass can go dormant (turn brown) during dry periods and recover when moisture becomes available.
It requires regular watering (3 days per week in mid-summer) to keep it green and healthy. Plant it on a flat, sunny area and use efficient sprinkler heads and nozzles to water it wisely.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Poa pratensis
Pronunciation
POH-ah pray-TEN-sis
Mature Height
3 to 4 in. mowed
Mature Spread
sod-forming
Water usage
Water Usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
inconspicuous
Bloom time
inconspicuous
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
Eurasia, north Africa
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 3-7
Elevation Limit
hardy to 8,000 ft.
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