The lawn is a staple of any nice home these days.We can plant all of the beautiful flowers we want, but if the lawn is not lush and green, the garden just isn’t complete.Water is perhaps the most obvious ingredient in producing a green lawn but there are several other factors that must be considered for success. We are inundated with products today that promise they will deliver, and it’s hard to know what is necessary and what is not. Let’s take a look at the best turf grasses for our area and break down what they need to thrive.

Types of Turf Grass
Zoysia is perhaps the most recognizable turf grass in Columbus. The two most common varieties are Emerald, which offers a thin blade, andMeyer, which offers a thicker, more coarse blade. In my opinion, both are outstanding and you should choose according to your preference. Zoysia is attributed with being the formal choice for a lawn.Most upscale neighborhoods and businesses use this type of grass. Maintain zoysia at 0.5-1.5 inches in height. Fertilize with a slow release fertilizer three times during the spring and summer to maintain a healthy, green appearance.

Bermuda is also widely used in our area. It is the best choice for high traffic areas where people do a lot of walking or children play Maintain Bermuda grass at 1.0-1.5 inches. This type of grass requires more fertilizer than zoysia. Depending upon the site, you will likely need to fertilize four to five times during the spring and summer.

Centipede, although not as common as the two previous varieties, is a beautiful grass which is credited with being the...

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