• Several varieties of grass thrive in Nebraska.grass image by timur1970 from Fotolia.com
  
  Nebraska is home to a range of grasses that thrive in both cool and warm seasons. Ryegrass, Kentucky bluegrass and tall fescue do best in the cool seasons while buffalo grass prefers warmer weather. Grasses that grow during warm months will grow all year while grasses that grow in cooler months will turn brown and go dormant during the winter.
  
  

Buffalo grass

• Buffalo grass, native to the Central Plains and found throughout Nebraska, is a sturdy perennial. It can survive extended periods of dry weather or drought. The warm-season grass remains relatively free from pests, weeds and disease. Apply fertilizer each June to promote its health and growth.
  
  

Ryegrass

• Nebraska is a prime environment for ryegrass which does best in a cool, moist climate with moderate changes in temperature. Ryegrass, a turf grass with a shallow root system, requires weekly watering. It also requires pest management, mowing and fertilization to keep it healthy and prosperous.
  
  

Kentucky Bluegrass

• Kentucky bluegrass, which originated in Europe, thrives well in Nebraska. Popular in garden and lawn settings because of its lush, green appearance, it requires little maintenance. Kentucky bluegrass does require watering and yearly fertilization for best results since its root system is quite shallow and not immune to drought or shade issues.
  
  

Tall Fescue

• With its deep roots, tall fescue is resistant to drought. It's a perennial lawn grass that thrives during cool weather and is hardy enough to withstand a lot of traffic. However, tall fescue is prone to weed overgrowth. An application of preventive herbicide can thwart rampant weeds if it is applied before spring and fall when tall fescue grows the most.