What is a cool season grass?

Cool season turf grass is a term applied to grass that grows well in the middle to northern half of the United States. Cool season grasses usually have two growing seasons; spring and fall. Some species go through a winter dormancy lasting between one and four months depending on location and severity of the winter. This turf tolerates cold weather very well.

Types of Cool Season Grasses

Tall Fescue

Kentucky Bluegrass

Annual Ryegrass

Do you have a cool season lawn? See our seasonal maintenance guide for lawn tips.

Unsure of what type of lawn you have or want? See our sod comparsion guide.