Keep soil properly limed. Forms dense patches which are brown and dormant during the winter. Can invade areas adjacent to the lawn. Poses a serious threat. A coarse, clumpy, darkgreen grass.
Blades are rough along the edges.
Most common perennial weed grass in lawns. Kentucky 31 fescue is an improved selection, often recommended for play areas. Has thin, wiry stems. Forms patches resembling bentgrass, which are brown and dormant during the winter. Seed spikes bear characteristic flat, rounded seeds.