Producing quality lawns in the southwest can be challenging. In
low elevations (3500 feet and less), warm-season turfgrasses are
dominate in lawns. During the fall and winter over seeding with
ryegrass, a cool-season grass can be grown to have a green lawn
year around. In high elevation locations (6000 feet and above),
cool-season turfgrasses are dominant in lawns. In mid elevation
areas (3500 to 6000 feet elevation), known as the transition zone,
either warm-season or cool-season grasses can be planted. This
means that the climate can be hostile to either type of turfgrass
during different parts of the year. However, with proper cultural
practices, a good lawn can be established and maintained. |