Type of Grass Seed for Northwest Ohio

• Northwest Ohio falls into the section of the country where cold-season grasses are preferable. These grasses can withstand high heat in the summer time and also survive the bitter cold that often comes to the Midwestern plains. Often deep green in color, many of the cold-weather grasses also give a lawn an attractive appearance.

Kentucky Bluegrass

• Kentucky bluegrass is a cool-season grass that has a deep-green color and is used on lawns in northwestern sections of Ohio. It has the ability to repair itself by spreading quickly and does well area in areas that receive a lot of sun. Some maintenance can be required for a healthy lawn, including reseeding each year, spreading fertilizer and watering during periods of drought. It is not one of the quicker germinating grasses, requiring two to four weeks to show signs of growth. It is durable and can be combined with other cold-weather grasses such as fescue.

Perennial Rye Grass

• Perennial rye grass is often used in cool-season areas. It is a cool-season grass that does fairly well during periods of drought. It can withstand full sun and high summer heat. It also does well in cold weather, providing it is not exposed to flooding conditions. Rye grass has a fine texture and a deep-green color that gives a lawn a pleasing look. It is one of the quicker growing grasses, usually taking root in 10 to 14 days. Its quick growth makes it good for covering areas with hills. Perennial rye grass can be combined with other grasses and is one of the quickest cool-season grasses to become green following winter.

Tall Fescue

• Tall fescue is a cold-season grass that requires little or no maintenance. It has a coarse texture and can adapt to soil with low fertility. It is also resistant to insects and diseases. Tall fescue germinates quickly, although not quite as fast as perennial rye grass. It is durable and can withstand a lot of foot traffic. Although it prefers full sun, it can also do well in areas with shade. Fall fescue can also tolerate high heat and survive periods of drought, although some water may be required upon occasion. Its deep roots allow it to draw water from the ground and stay green through most of the summer.

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