Phase 1: Regional Optimization of Roadside Turfgrass Seed Mixtures

Summary:

Varieties from fifteen turfgrass species were tested in salt, heat and ice stress protocols. Analysis of color and cell membrane stability yielded recommendations for salt- and heat-resistant turfgrasses. Results from ice-stress trials were inconclusive. Researchers recommended a mixture of six tested cultivars, including bluegrasses, alkaligrass and fescues, for a field study of year-round performance alongside roadways.

Final Deliverables:

• Report #2019-01
• Research Summary

Related Materials:

• Roadside Turf that Tolerates Salt, Heat and Ice  - (Blog Post)

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