This fine textured perennial turfgrass forms a sod with dense rhizomes that roots at the node. The stems are compressed and the slender glossy dark green linear leaves have a soft texture. During summer the green-yellow flowers appear in a panicle.

Hardiness zones 3 to 19

Poa pratensis is naturally found in central Europe growing in a open sunny position and prefers a well drained medium to heavy loam that is fertile with a  pH 6-7 and is reliable moist. It is frost; salt and drought tender but tolerates cold weather.

Kentucky Bluegrass is grown for its foliage and spreading habit. It is used in parklands, fairways and on ovals for winter ball games in cool areas. It is grown in domestic gardens tolerating short dry periods but requires ample water during the peak growing period. Thatch develops under intense culture and must be controlled. ID 681

Note:
Care should be taken as the lawn depleted severely in temperatures over 30ºC (86ºF).

Poa (PO-ah) pratensis (pra-TEN-sis)  

Poaceae (poh_AY-see-ee)
Grass Family