Which statement accurately describes Kentucky bluegrass?

Which statement accurately describes Kentucky bluegrass?

• A. It is a cool-season turfgrass commonly used in Wisconsin lawns
• B. It is a warm-season turfgrass common in Wisconsin
• C. It thrives only in full sun and cannot handle shade
• D. It is a tropical grass not suited for Wisconsin

Answer: (A)

Kentucky bluegrass is a cool-season turfgrass that grows best in the cooler parts of the year—spring and fall—matching Wisconsin’s climate. Its winter hardiness and ability to recover from wear with creeping rhizomes make it a reliable, dense lawn grass here, which is why it's commonly used in Wisconsin lawns. It is not a warm-season or tropical grass, and while it favors sunny spots, it can tolerate some shade, so the idea that it thrives only in full sun isn’t accurate.