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Brenda Ryan | Lawn Love<\/figcaption><\/figure>
1. Kentucky bluegrass<\/span><\/h2> Want a lawn that contends the perfect, smooth grass of your favorite baseball stadium? <\/p>
Kentucky bluegrass is not only Fenway Park<\/a>\u2019s go-to, it\u2019s a favorite grass for homeowners across the country. When people imagine turfgrass, they\u2019re usually picturing dense, fine-textured Kentucky bluegrass. This grass type remains hardy through cold winters, and its emerald or blue-green color shines through in the springtime. <\/p> Kentucky bluegrass can be high maintenance, requiring proper irrigation, dethatching, and fertilization<\/a> to remain lush and healthy. Low levels of nutrients will delay grass growth and can lead to stripe rust, and this grass type will go dormant during periods of drought. <\/p> Classification:<\/strong> Cool-season<\/p> Spreads by:<\/strong> Rhizomes<\/p> Shade tolerance:<\/strong> Moderate; prefers full sun<\/p> Drought tolerance: <\/strong>Moderate<\/p> Foot traffic tolerance:<\/strong> High<\/p> Maintenance needs:<\/strong> High<\/p> Mowing height:<\/strong> 2.5-3.5 inches<\/p> Potential for disease:<\/strong> Moderate to high<\/p> Grass Seed Options: <\/strong>
\u2013 Jonathan Green (11970) Blue Panther Kentucky Bluegrass Grass Seed<\/a> (3 lbs.)
\u2013 SeedRanch Midnight Kentucky Bluegrass Seed<\/a> (5 lbs.)<\/p> ![\"Perennial](\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/iStock-1318738514-scaled_800.jpg\")
Perennial ryegrass
iStock<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> 2. Perennial ryegrass<\/span><\/h2> If you don\u2019t have the time or energy to take care of high-maintenance grass, you can still achieve a lush green lawn with a low-maintenance grass like perennial ryegrass. This is a cool-season grass that grows quickly and easily, ranging in color from pale to dark green, with a fine leaf texture. <\/p>
What makes perennial ryegrass so low-maintenance? It\u2019s disease and pest-resistant, durable against heavy foot traffic, and does not produce much thatch. Perennial ryegrass will become dormant during drought conditions, but revives quickly once watered. <\/p>
It can grow well in soil with high levels of nitrogen, and helps to prevent erosion on roadsides and steep banks. Watch out for gray leaf spot disease, which can pop up in hot and humid summers. <\/p>
- Classification:<\/strong> Cool-season<\/li>
- Spreads by:<\/strong> Bunch-type<\/li>
- Shade tolerance:<\/strong> Low; prefers full sun<\/li>
- Drought tolerance:<\/strong> Low<\/li>
- Foot traffic tolerance:<\/strong> High<\/li>
- Maintenance needs: <\/strong>Low <\/li>
- Mowing height: <\/strong>1.5-2.5 inches<\/li>
- Potential for disease: <\/strong>High<\/li> <\/ul>
Grass Seed Options:
<\/strong>\u2013 Outsidepride Perennial Ryegrass Seed<\/a> (5 lbs.)
\u2013 Eretz ProTurf Perennial Ryegrass Fine Lawn Seed<\/a> (choose your size)<\/p> ![\"Fine](\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/fine-red-fescue-1024x640.jpg\")
Creeping red fescue
Matt Lavin<\/a> Flickr | CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a>
<\/figcaption><\/figure> 3. Fine fescue<\/span><\/h2> Fine fescue is another low-maintenance, cool-season grass that can thrive in your Boston backyard. Fine fescue is fast-growing, but has a soft texture and can\u2019t handle high levels of foot traffic. It is tolerant to drought and shade but needs to be irrigated consistently to prevent damage. It can even be blended with Kentucky bluegrass. <\/p>
Fine fescue ranges in color from blue-green to medium green and will stay green through the summer, as long as temperatures stay below 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Fine fescue requires consistent watering and should be mowed weekly<\/a>. <\/p> - Classification:<\/strong> Cool-season<\/li>
- Spreads by:<\/strong> Bunch-type<\/li>
- Shade tolerance:<\/strong> Moderate to high; prefers at least four hours of sunlight per day<\/li>
- Drought tolerance:<\/strong> High<\/li>
- Foot traffic tolerance:<\/strong> Low<\/li>
- Maintenance needs:<\/strong> Low<\/li>
- Mowing height:<\/strong> 2.5-3 inches<\/li>
- Potential for disease:<\/strong> Moderate; chance of developing disease or snow mold<\/li> <\/ul>
Grass Seed Options:
<\/strong>\u2013 Outsidepride Legacy Fine Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (5 lbs.)
\u2013 Eretz Creeping Red Fine Fescue Seed<\/a> (choose your size)
\u2013 Outsidepride Creeping Red Fine Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (25 lbs.)
\u2013 Outsidepride Hard Fine Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (10 lbs.)<\/p> ![\"Zoysiagrass\"](\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Zoysiagrass-800.jpg\")
Zoysiagrass
Forest and Kim Starr<\/a> | Flickr | CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> 4. Zoysiagrass<\/span><\/h2> While most warm-season grass types won\u2019t be able to handle winters in the Northeast, Zoysiagrass sure can. Zoysia dulls in color during the colder months but has a beautiful light-medium green shade to your lawn the rest of the year. <\/p>
In addition to standing tough against cold weather, Zoysiagrass is also durable against heat, drought, and foot traffic, while requiring little maintenance from you. Be sure to dethatch and aerate regularly, and avoid planting in large, shaded areas; Zoysiagrass will thin in limited light conditions. This grass type grows dense and thick, which prevents most weeds from taking root. <\/p>
- Classification:<\/strong> Warm-season<\/li>
- Spreads by:<\/strong> Rhizomes and stolons<\/li>
- Shade tolerance:<\/strong> Moderate; most cultivars prefer full sun, others can tolerate partial shade<\/li>
- Drought tolerance: <\/strong>High<\/li>
- Foot traffic tolerance:<\/strong> High<\/li>
- Maintenance needs:<\/strong> Moderate<\/li>
- Mowing height:<\/strong> 1-2 inches <\/li>
- Potential for disease:<\/strong> Low<\/li> <\/ul>
Grass Plug and Seed Options:
<\/strong>\u2013 Zoysia Plugs (50 Large Grass Plugs)
<\/a>\u2013 Zoysia Plugs (50 Full & Lush Grass Plugs)<\/a>
\u2013 Zoysia Plugs (100 Plugs)<\/a>
\u2013 Zenith Zenith Grass Seeds<\/a> (1\/8 lb. of seeds)
<\/p> ![\"Tall](\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/23480915048_629a89fac4_k_800.jpg\")
Tall fescue
Ty Haller<\/a> | Flickr | CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure> 5. Tall fescue<\/span><\/h2> Tall fescue is low-maintenance, durable cool-season grass. Resistant to most pests and diseases, and with little fertilization needed, this is a great choice for homeowners who don\u2019t want to worry about lawn care chores other than mowing. This grass type grows very quickly, especially during the fall. <\/p>
Tall fescue is also tolerant of foot traffic, making it a great choice for families with children or pets. Tall fescue ranges in color from medium to dark green and has a coarse texture. It will remain green from early spring through late fall. <\/p>
- Classification:<\/strong> Cool-season<\/li>
- Spreads by:<\/strong> Bunch-type<\/li>
- Shade tolerance:<\/strong> Moderate; prefers direct sunlight<\/li>
- Drought tolerance:<\/strong> Moderate <\/li>
- Foot traffic tolerance:<\/strong> Moderate<\/li>
- Maintenance needs: <\/strong>Low<\/li>
- Mowing height:<\/strong> 3-4 inches<\/li>
- Potential for disease:<\/strong> Low<\/li> <\/ul>
Grass Seed Options:
<\/strong>\u2013 Triple-Play Tall Fescue Grass Seed Blend<\/a> (5000 sq ft)
\u2013 Eretz Kentucky 31 K31 Tall Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (choose your size)
\u2013 Pennington The Rebels Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix<\/a> (7 lb.)<\/p> Choosing the best grass type for your Boston home<\/h2>
The options may be overwhelming, but asking yourself a few questions can help you narrow down the search for your perfect grass type. Keep the following in mind while researching the best grass for your yard:<\/p>
- How much time and effort are you willing to put into maintaining your lawn?
- If you\u2019re a busy bee and want to save time, opt for perennial ryegrass and fescues.<\/li> <\/ul> <\/li> <\/ul>
- How sunny (or shady) is your lawn?
- Fine fescue is the best option for lawns with abundant shade.<\/li> <\/ul> <\/li> <\/ul>
- Do you have kids or pets running around?
- Kentucky bluegrass, Zoysiagrass, and perennial ryegrass can withstand high levels of foot traffic.<\/li> <\/ul> <\/li> <\/ul>
- Are you trying to be mindful of your water<\/a> usage?
- Zoysiagrass and fine fescue don\u2019t require as much watering as other grass types.<\/li> <\/ul> <\/li> <\/ul>
Keep these questions in mind to hit the ground running with your lawn care. <\/p>
Don\u2019t have time to keep up with your lawn care duties? Hire a <\/em>Boston lawn care pro<\/em><\/a> to hit your to-do list out of the park. <\/em><\/p> Main Photo Credit: Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism<\/a> | Flickr | CC BY-ND 2.0<\/a><\/p> Lawn Love participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program. Lawn Love may earn revenue from products promoted in this article.<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Whether you want a lawn that rivals Fenway Park, or you need a hardy grass type to survive your Boston […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16,"featured_media":8071,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","fifu_image_url":"","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[204],"tags":[396],"class_list":["post-8069","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-massachusetts","tag-lawn-care-boston-ma"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/rsz_7112557021_d4fb762f7a_h.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Sav Maive","author_link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/author\/sav-maive\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8069","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/16"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8069"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8069\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8071"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8069"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8069"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8069"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
Kentucky bluegrass can be high maintenance, requiring proper irrigation, dethatching, and fertilization<\/a> to remain lush and healthy. Low levels of nutrients will delay grass growth and can lead to stripe rust, and this grass type will go dormant during periods of drought. <\/p> Classification:<\/strong> Cool-season<\/p> Spreads by:<\/strong> Rhizomes<\/p> Shade tolerance:<\/strong> Moderate; prefers full sun<\/p> Drought tolerance: <\/strong>Moderate<\/p> Foot traffic tolerance:<\/strong> High<\/p> Maintenance needs:<\/strong> High<\/p> Mowing height:<\/strong> 2.5-3.5 inches<\/p> Potential for disease:<\/strong> Moderate to high<\/p> Grass Seed Options: <\/strong> If you don\u2019t have the time or energy to take care of high-maintenance grass, you can still achieve a lush green lawn with a low-maintenance grass like perennial ryegrass. This is a cool-season grass that grows quickly and easily, ranging in color from pale to dark green, with a fine leaf texture. <\/p> What makes perennial ryegrass so low-maintenance? It\u2019s disease and pest-resistant, durable against heavy foot traffic, and does not produce much thatch. Perennial ryegrass will become dormant during drought conditions, but revives quickly once watered. <\/p> It can grow well in soil with high levels of nitrogen, and helps to prevent erosion on roadsides and steep banks. Watch out for gray leaf spot disease, which can pop up in hot and humid summers. <\/p> Grass Seed Options: Fine fescue is another low-maintenance, cool-season grass that can thrive in your Boston backyard. Fine fescue is fast-growing, but has a soft texture and can\u2019t handle high levels of foot traffic. It is tolerant to drought and shade but needs to be irrigated consistently to prevent damage. It can even be blended with Kentucky bluegrass. <\/p> Fine fescue ranges in color from blue-green to medium green and will stay green through the summer, as long as temperatures stay below 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Fine fescue requires consistent watering and should be mowed weekly<\/a>. <\/p> Grass Seed Options: While most warm-season grass types won\u2019t be able to handle winters in the Northeast, Zoysiagrass sure can. Zoysia dulls in color during the colder months but has a beautiful light-medium green shade to your lawn the rest of the year. <\/p> In addition to standing tough against cold weather, Zoysiagrass is also durable against heat, drought, and foot traffic, while requiring little maintenance from you. Be sure to dethatch and aerate regularly, and avoid planting in large, shaded areas; Zoysiagrass will thin in limited light conditions. This grass type grows dense and thick, which prevents most weeds from taking root. <\/p> Grass Plug and Seed Options: Tall fescue is low-maintenance, durable cool-season grass. Resistant to most pests and diseases, and with little fertilization needed, this is a great choice for homeowners who don\u2019t want to worry about lawn care chores other than mowing. This grass type grows very quickly, especially during the fall. <\/p> Tall fescue is also tolerant of foot traffic, making it a great choice for families with children or pets. Tall fescue ranges in color from medium to dark green and has a coarse texture. It will remain green from early spring through late fall. <\/p> Grass Seed Options: The options may be overwhelming, but asking yourself a few questions can help you narrow down the search for your perfect grass type. Keep the following in mind while researching the best grass for your yard:<\/p> Keep these questions in mind to hit the ground running with your lawn care. <\/p> Don\u2019t have time to keep up with your lawn care duties? Hire a <\/em>Boston lawn care pro<\/em><\/a> to hit your to-do list out of the park. <\/em><\/p> Main Photo Credit: Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism<\/a> | Flickr | CC BY-ND 2.0<\/a><\/p> Lawn Love participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program. Lawn Love may earn revenue from products promoted in this article.<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Whether you want a lawn that rivals Fenway Park, or you need a hardy grass type to survive your Boston […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16,"featured_media":8071,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","fifu_image_url":"","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[204],"tags":[396],"class_list":["post-8069","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-massachusetts","tag-lawn-care-boston-ma"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/rsz_7112557021_d4fb762f7a_h.jpg","author_info":{"display_name":"Sav Maive","author_link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/author\/sav-maive\/"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8069","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/16"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8069"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8069\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8071"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8069"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8069"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8069"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\u2013 Jonathan Green (11970) Blue Panther Kentucky Bluegrass Grass Seed<\/a> (3 lbs.)
\u2013 SeedRanch Midnight Kentucky Bluegrass Seed<\/a> (5 lbs.)<\/p>
iStock<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> 2. Perennial ryegrass<\/span><\/h2>
<\/strong>\u2013 Outsidepride Perennial Ryegrass Seed<\/a> (5 lbs.)
\u2013 Eretz ProTurf Perennial Ryegrass Fine Lawn Seed<\/a> (choose your size)<\/p>
Matt Lavin<\/a> Flickr | CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a>
<\/figcaption><\/figure> 3. Fine fescue<\/span><\/h2>
<\/strong>\u2013 Outsidepride Legacy Fine Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (5 lbs.)
\u2013 Eretz Creeping Red Fine Fescue Seed<\/a> (choose your size)
\u2013 Outsidepride Creeping Red Fine Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (25 lbs.)
\u2013 Outsidepride Hard Fine Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (10 lbs.)<\/p>
Forest and Kim Starr<\/a> | Flickr | CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> 4. Zoysiagrass<\/span><\/h2>
<\/strong>\u2013 Zoysia Plugs (50 Large Grass Plugs)
<\/a>\u2013 Zoysia Plugs (50 Full & Lush Grass Plugs)<\/a>
\u2013 Zoysia Plugs (100 Plugs)<\/a>
\u2013 Zenith Zenith Grass Seeds<\/a> (1\/8 lb. of seeds)
<\/p>
Ty Haller<\/a> | Flickr | CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure> 5. Tall fescue<\/span><\/h2>
<\/strong>\u2013 Triple-Play Tall Fescue Grass Seed Blend<\/a> (5000 sq ft)
\u2013 Eretz Kentucky 31 K31 Tall Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (choose your size)
\u2013 Pennington The Rebels Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix<\/a> (7 lb.)<\/p> Choosing the best grass type for your Boston home<\/h2>