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Turfgrass Selection for Texas

Type
Publication
Date of Publication
August 31, 2021
Price
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Overview

It is important to select a turfgrass species that is adapted to the climate in your area and to the conditions of the site where it will be planted.

This publication describes the various turfgrass species recommended for different areas of Texas. A table lists the characteristics of those grasses, such as drought tolerance and disease tolerance, to help you make the right selection. (4 pp., 9 maps, 2 tables)

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