Turfgrass species: Tour: Common and Scientific name:
Velvet bentgrass - Agrostis canina L.
Plant characteristics
| Growth Habit | stoloniferous |
| Texture | extremely fine |
| Density | very high |
| Color | green |
Useful identifying Characteristics
| stoloniferous growth habit; narrow leaf blade; rolled vernation; membranous ligule. |
Uses
| A high-management grass used in cool, humid regions for putting or bowling greens or other applications requiring closely-mowed turf. Used less commonly than creeping or colonial bentgrass. |
Other Characteristics
| Varieties | - |
| Seeding Rate | 0.33 to 0.67 lb per 1000 sq.ft. |
Reproduction
| Life cycle | perennial (may be short-lived) |
| Propagation | seed and stolons |
| Seeds/lb | 11,000,000 |
Adaptation
| Sun/shade | sun to moderate shade |
| Soil | acid to slightly acid; well drained |
| Moisture | frequent irrigation may be required |
| Mowing height | 1/5" to 1/2" |
| Fertility | 2 to 4 lb N/1000 sq.ft./year |
Special Problems
| Avoid poorly drained sites; can develop much thatch; may be prone to iron chlorosis; many diseases. |