11.   The leaf blades are more narrow than those of St. Augustine, another turf grass commonly used in our area.

12.   The turf grass remains dormant until there is an extended period of warmer day temperatures.

13.   Then turf grass attracted the large, aggressive birds, which replaced native species.

14.   They also learned to drain soggy land and to maintain temperamental turf grass.

15.   Therefore, it is not commonly used as turf grass here.

16.   Turf grass and most ornamental grasses are permanent landscaping features that should be planted with some thought to their placement, and given maintenance care.

17.   Zoysia is another type of turf grass that you might explore.