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Kentucky Bluegrass

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Kentucky Bluegrass

Grass

Poa pratensis

  • Partial sun
  • Zones 3–7
  • 60 days to maturity
  • Flowers
  • 2" spacing
  • Moderate water
  • pH 6–7.5
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  • Overview

    The quintessential cool-season lawn grass that creates the classic American lawn with its rich blue-green color and soft, dense texture. Self-repairing through underground rhizomes, it forms a luxurious carpet that feels wonderful underfoot and maintains its beauty through spring and fall. This premium grass is the gold standard for northern lawns where its cold tolerance and lush appearance make it unmatched.

  • Planting

    Seed in early fall or early spring. Rake lightly into soil and keep consistently moist until germination.

  • Growing

    Sun: partial. Water: moderate. Soil pH: 6–7.5. Space plants 2" apart. Germination: 14-28.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Grubs, billbugs, chinch bugs, sod webworms. Common diseases: Brown patch, summer patch, necrotic ring spot, powdery mildew.