Why Is the Grass Green on the Other Side?

Have you ever looked at your neighbors' lawns and wondered how they keep their grass so green? Is it because your neighbors have some kind of secret serum that they are sprinkling on their lawn late at night? Or maybe you think aliens are sneaking around and zapping your neighbor's lawn into good health. Well, however you think your neighbors are maintaining that prize winning lawn, the truth is to have a gorgeous lawn you have to understand how grass grows. Grass type, growth, proper maintenance, and weather restraints are all critical in making your grass as green as the other sides.

Even though there are multitudes of grass types grown all over the world, the type of grass that will grow best in your yard depends on the area in which you live. Essentially, grass is broken down into two categories; Cool Season and Warm Season grass. Cool Season grasses such as, Rye and tend to grow best in areas where conditions and climates are much cooler. Cool season grasses are commonly found growing in the northern areas of the U.S. and Canada, as well as moderate coastal areas, damp climates, and higher elevations. Cool season grasses are the hardest of grasses and do its best in the spring and fall months when temperatures range from 60-70 degrees F. In contrast, Warm Season grasses like St. Augustine and Bermuda grass flourish well in warmer climates. Most Warm Season grasses are grown in the southern region of the U.S. and various tropical areas. Warm Season grasses are tough and durable and require less watering. These grassed grow best when temperatures exceed 80 degrees F. Both Cool Season and Warm Seasons grasses have there drawbacks. Cool Season grasses do not grow well in the hot summer month