What's the best lawn grass to plant?

There is no "best" lawn grass. It depends on what you want from your lawn, your site characteristics, and how much maintenance you prefer. Fescue, centipede, and bermuda are the three most common turfgrasses in Lee County. You need to decide if you prefer a warm-season or a cool-season grass. Do you have alot of shade? You may want to go with St. Augustinegrass or a fescue/bluegrass mix. If you have children you need a grass that can withstand alot of traffic, such as bermuda. You need to decide how often you want to mow or fertilize, because maintenance needs vary according to the grass you select. The publication listed below contains a great deal of information on the characteristics and requirements of each lawn grass, as well as planting and maintenance procedures. For more information, check out this on-line publication: Carolina Lawns Return to Home Horticulture: Frequently Asked Questions What type of lawn should I plant if I have alot of shade? Tall fescue, Kentucky ...  more