Grass

What are the two main types of grasses?

• Artificial grasses and natural grasses

• Indoor grasses and outdoor grasses

• Tall grasses and short grasses

• Warm-season grasses and cool-season grasses

Name one type of grass that is commonly used for lawns.

• Fescue Grass

• Bermuda Grass

• Rye Grass

• Kentucky Bluegrass

What are the characteristics of warm-season grasses?

• High tolerance for heat and drought, best suited for hot climates, go dormant in winter

• High tolerance for cold and wet conditions, best suited for temperate climates, stay green all year

• Require frequent watering, best suited for cold climates, go dormant in summer

• Low tolerance for heat and drought, best suited for hot climates, stay green all year

What are the characteristics of cool-season grasses?

• Cool-season grasses thrive in hot summer weather

• Cool-season grasses have the ability to grow actively in spring and fall, and may go dormant during hot summer months.

• Cool-season grasses are not affected by temperature changes

• Cool-season grasses only grow in tropical climates

How do grasses reproduce?

• Through spores

• By laying eggs

• Through photosynthesis

• Through pollination

What are the different parts of a grass plant?

• Base, trunk, petals, and fruits

• Root system, stem, leaves, and inflorescence

• Underground, middle, top, and blossom

• Roots, branches, flowers, and seeds

Name one type of grass that is commonly used for sports fields.

• Bermuda grass

• Crabgrass

• Rye grass

• Fescue grass

What are the benefits of using native grasses in landscaping?

• Native grasses in landscaping do not provide habitat for local wildlife

• Using native grasses in landscaping increases the need for watering and fertilizers

• Using native grasses in landscaping can reduce the need for watering, fertilizers, and pesticides. They also provide habitat for local wildlife and help maintain biodiversity.

• Using native grasses in landscaping reduces biodiversity

How do grasses adapt to different environments?

• Grasses adapt to different environments by reducing their root system

• Grasses adapt to different environments by developing deep root systems, changing their leaf structure, and adjusting their growth patterns.

• Grasses adapt to different environments by staying dormant during extreme weather

• Grasses adapt to different environments by growing taller and thinner leaves

What are the environmental benefits of grasslands?

• Grasslands lead to soil erosion

• Grasslands contribute to air pollution

• Grasslands provide environmental benefits such as carbon sequestration, habitat for diverse species, and soil conservation.

• Grasslands reduce biodiversity