PatternBaseKentucky Bluegrass
Poa pratensis, Poaceae
Zones
2–7
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate
Guild Roles
Ground Cover
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Sun (acceptable)Full Sun (optimal)
Water
ModerateModerateModerate
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Bermuda GrassCynodon dactylon
Bermuda grass allelopathy and aggressive root system suppresses Kentucky bluegrass establishment and growth
ZoysiaZoysia japonicaDense zoysia growth pattern physically excludes and outcompetes Kentucky bluegrass
Tall FescueFestuca arundinaceaTall fescue can produce compounds that inhibit Kentucky bluegrass and competes for resources
Perennial RyegrassLolium perennePerennial ryegrass and Kentucky bluegrass compete for similar resources in cool-season turf
Uses
Functions
Erosion ControlLawn
Common Questions
What zones does Kentucky Bluegrass grow in?
Kentucky Bluegrass grows in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 7.
What are good companion plants for Kentucky Bluegrass?
Good companions for Kentucky Bluegrass include Jack Bean.
Design guilds with Kentucky Bluegrass and see companion relationships visually.
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