Turfgrass Multiple Choice Quiz

Which of the following is a warm-season turfgrass?

• Kentucky bluegrass

• Ryegrass

• Bermuda grass

The main purpose of turfgrass in landscaping is to:

• Provide food

• Stabilize soil and improve aesthetics

• Repel insects

Which part of the plant is primarily visible in a turfgrass area?

• Flower

• Root

• Leaf blade

Turfgrass requires which of the following for optimal photosynthesis?

• Darkness

• Sunlight

• Wind

Which is NOT a method of turfgrass establishment?

• Sodding

• Seeding

• Root cutting

A turfgrass species commonly used for golf greens is:

• Bahia grass

• Creeping bentgrass

• Zoysia grass

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of turfgrass?

• Reduces soil erosion

• Produces oxygen

• Increases water runoff

Which turfgrass is best suited for shaded areas?

• Bermuda grass

• St. Augustine grass

• Carpet grass

Mowing too low can lead to:

• Faster growth

• Thicker turf

• Turf stress and weed invasion

A reel mower is best suited for:

• High turf

• Rough areas

• Low, fine turf areas