[Racer X10]

I need to identify this grass growing on some property I have in central Arkansas. It's generally growing in the wetter parts of the property, but I like it and want to encourage it to grow all over.

Thanks !

 

[joecaption]

http://www.scotts.com/smg/gosite/Scotts-v2/grassTypeIdent

 

[Racer X10]

scotts.com/smg/gosite/Scotts-v2/grassTypeIdent

I tried that earlier, couldn't find anything conclusive. The 6 or 8 they list may not be what I have, perhaps.

This isn't something I've planted .. it's just what is growing wild in this area.

 

[de-nagorg]

Go to your county Agriculture Extension Office, with a small clump, They will tell you all that you want to know.

It is more than likely a native grass that is generally considered a nuisance.


ED

 

[SeniorSitizen]

Generally growing in the wetter parts of the property is also an indication it's not only a shade tolerant grass but prefers shade. As much as we would like it to cover all areas, sometimes this can be problematic in sunny areas.

The appearance resembles a non native grass called Monkey grass, but already mentioned, consult you extension service.

 

[Racer X10]

Great advice guys, thanks I'll try the extension office.

 

[Racer X10]

<dupe, sorry>

 

[Racer X10]

Local extension office said they think it's a kind of Fescue ?

<shrug>

He suggested planting something called "Creeping Red Fescue" in the area that it's growing.

 

[Nik333]

Well if you like it, go for it! That's a common garden grass. :wink2:

 

[bob22]

Hard to tell how long it is from picture. Looks like it could be a sedge (weed plant).
Dig down and try to find the roots and see if there is a little bulb (about dime-nickel diameter) on them. If so, a sedge. You don't want this in your lawn in my opinion.

 

[Nik333]

Local extension office said they think it's a kind of Fescue ?

<shrug>

He suggested planting something called "Creeping Red Fescue" in the area that it's growing.

This mentions fescues. Apparently your area is a tough one for grass :}

http://www.uaex.edu/publications/pdf/FSA-2112.pdf