As drought becomes the new normal, these grasses will save your lawn
Ever heard of sheep fescue, buffalograss or bahiagrass? As the days of wasteful lawn watering go the way of programmable VCRs, we found an article that celebrates several drought-resistant strains of grass and how to care for them. This list of grasses includes helpful cultural practices like deep, infrequent watering and changes to mowing habits. The best way to plan for California’s frequent water shortages is to frame drought years as the new norm. And part of that planning includes choosing a drought-resistant grass.