Grass Tolerance to summer heat / winter cold Shade tolerance Texture Mow height Cultural needs Uses Kentucky bluegrass Good / Excellent Poor Fine to medium 1.5–2.5” Well drained fertile soil; pH 6.0–7.0; 1” water/week. Sow 1–2 lbs/1000 sq ft. Lawns, athletic fields. Red fescue Good / Good Good to excellent Fine 2.0–2.5” Well-drained to dry