How do I control tall fescue in my lawn?
Tall fescue is a cool-season perennial grass occasionally present in Iowa lawns. Because it has good drought, heat, and foot-traffic tolerance, the narrow-leaf varieties (sometimes called turf-type) can be a welcome addition to the traditional Iowa cool-season lawn comprised primarily of Kentucky bluegrass. However, common tall fescue (also called forage type) has a wide leaf blade that does not blend well with other turfgrasses. Its clump-forming nature and coarse texture can make it an unattractive addition to the lawn for some gardeners.