{"id":86706,"date":"2023-03-19T22:24:03","date_gmt":"2023-03-20T01:24:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=86706"},"modified":"2025-02-27T13:56:00","modified_gmt":"2025-02-27T16:56:00","slug":"best-grass-types-asheville","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/north-carolina\/asheville-nc\/best-grass-types-asheville\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Best Grass Types for Asheville"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What grass types are best for your Asheville yard? We get the beauty of all four seasons at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, but humidity and seasonal temperatures can be hard on our lawns. What this means: We will need cool-season grasses that can withstand our unique weather.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this guide, we\u2019ll discuss the most common types of turf grass used in Asheville and the maintenance needed to keep your lawn green and healthy:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"#perennial\">Perennial Ryegrass<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#tall\">Tall Fescue<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#fine\">Fine Fescue<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#kentucky\">Kentucky Bluegrass<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#faq\">FAQ About Best Grasses for Asheville Lawns<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, let\u2019s look at how to choose the best grass type for your Asheville lawn. This will help as you read about each of the four best grass types.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most Asheville lawns are in full sun with some shaded areas due to trees and structures. To choose the best grass type for your Bee City yard, take a look at your property and answer these questions:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Do you have full sun in front but partial shade in the back or on the sides?&nbsp;<\/li>    <li>Do you like to admire your lawn from the house or throw the block\u2019s best barbecue?&nbsp;<\/li>    <li>Does your lawn slope or incline?&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"perennial\">1. Perennial Ryegrass<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"646\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Perennial-Ryegrass-1-646x401.jpg\" alt=\"Close up image of perennial ryegrass\" class=\"wp-image-86830\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Perennial-Ryegrass-1-646x401.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Perennial-Ryegrass-1-300x186.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Perennial-Ryegrass-1-150x93.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Perennial-Ryegrass-1-768x477.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Perennial-Ryegrass-1.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 646px) 100vw, 646px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/marygillhamarchiveproject\/26820162412\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dr Mary Gillham Archive Project<\/a>&nbsp;\/ Flickr \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether it\u2019s a newly established lawn from seed, fresh sod, or an existing lawn, perennial ryegrass takes root quickly and is generally <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/best-drought-tolerant-grasses\/\">drought tolerant<\/a>. Its fine, glossy deep green blades are comfortable underfoot and withstand high foot traffic.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, finding this grass seed alone may be difficult as it\u2019s typically mixed with other grasses like fescue or Kentucky bluegrass. Perennial ryegrass is best for lawns that get full sun during the hottest part of the day.&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Classification<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/cool-season-grass-growing-guide\/\">Cool-season grass<\/a><\/li>    <li><strong>Spreads by<\/strong>: Bunch-type<\/li>    <li><strong>Shade tolerance<\/strong>: Low&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Drought tolerance<\/strong>: Moderate&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Foot traffic tolerance<\/strong>: High<\/li>    <li><strong>Maintenance needs<\/strong>: Moderate; performs best in soil with a pH of 5.5-7.5&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Recommended mowing height<\/strong>: 1.5-2.5 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Potential for disease<\/strong>: Low&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grass Seed Options: <br><\/strong>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Outsidepride-Champion-Rye-Grass-Seed\/dp\/B0040B6SO2?keywords=Perennial+Ryegrass&amp;qid=1679596157&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;smid=A3KP4PUPMP96T0&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzRFFJVkQySlYzSjFKJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUExMDQ2MzM4M0ZOMkNZTlJITTAzRiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNTM3Mjk4MzlLTTdCM1hYMzdLRyZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU%3D&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=aa58237b6f78fa5b8293bdc1db80c50f&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Outsidepride Perennial Ryegrass Seed<\/a> (5 lbs.)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ProTurf-Grass-Seed-Eretz-Willamette\/dp\/B07N9YHPMP?keywords=Perennial+Ryegrass&amp;qid=1679596157&amp;sr=8-6&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=ab0aefbd3fec33fbe29ccf449a93318a&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Eretz ProTurf Perennial Ryegrass Fine Lawn Seed<\/a> (choose your size)  <\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tall\">2. Tall Fescue<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"646\" height=\"485\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tall-fescue-1-646x485.jpg\" alt=\"tall fescue\" class=\"wp-image-87157\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tall-fescue-1-646x485.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tall-fescue-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tall-fescue-1-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tall-fescue-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tall-fescue-1.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 646px) 100vw, 646px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Aaron J. Patton, Ph.D. \/ Turfgrass Extension Specialist  Purdue University<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tall fescue is a great choice for controlling erosion on sloped or rolling lawns because it roots quickly creating a mesh to stabilize topsoil. This grass also is a star when it comes to growing in partial shade or full sun and can withstand fluctuating temperatures.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tall fescue is considered low maintenance due to its slow growth and drought tolerance.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> Tall fescue is not easy on bare feet and may develop brown areas with heavy foot traffic. Keep in mind that you will need to reseed each fall to keep your lawn looking lush.&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Classification<\/strong>: Cool-season grass<\/li>    <li><strong>Spreads by<\/strong>: Bunch-type<\/li>    <li><strong>Shade tolerance<\/strong>: High<\/li>    <li><strong>Drought tolerance<\/strong>: High<\/li>    <li><strong>Foot traffic tolerance<\/strong>: Low<\/li>    <li><strong>Maintenance needs<\/strong>: Low<\/li>    <li><strong>Recommended mowing height<\/strong>: 3.5-4 inches&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Potential for disease<\/strong>: Moderate; vulnerable to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/fighting-brown-patch-other-summer-lawn-fungus-diseases\/\">brown patch<\/a> and gray leaf spot&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grass Seed Options: <br><\/strong>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Triple-Play-Fescue-Grass-Seed-Blend\/dp\/B01DM2AQOM?keywords=Tall%2BFescue%2BGrass&amp;qid=1679597027&amp;sr=8-18&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.5137e923-c7be-4142-979c-7c68b6c26f63&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=ff59ac676c7611670afaa853a48ae5a3&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Triple-Play Tall Fescue Grass Seed Blend<\/a> (5000 sq ft)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Kentucky-Tall-Fescue-Grass-Eretz\/dp\/B079JCZ86Z?keywords=Tall+Fescue+Grass&amp;qid=1679597027&amp;sr=8-9&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=5133a17e63d1c33949afed19d33db299&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Eretz Kentucky 31 K31 Tall Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (choose your size)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Pennington-Rebels-Fescue-Grass-Pounds\/dp\/B08QC7VV6J?keywords=Tall+Fescue+Grass&amp;qid=1679597348&amp;sr=8-2-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzM0UwMDkxWEE1MDNEJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMjgzODE5MkNSOEVZOElIMUtGRyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwOTAyNDEzVElNTlZISFQxWjZaJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ%3D%3D&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=4741b0da621e195d1d39086848e623d4&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Pennington The Rebels Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix<\/a> (7 lb.)<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fine\">3. Fine Fescue<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"646\" height=\"446\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Fine-fescue-grass-646x446.jpg\" alt=\"Close up image of fescue grass with a hand on it\" class=\"wp-image-86807\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Fine-fescue-grass-646x446.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Fine-fescue-grass-300x207.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Fine-fescue-grass-150x104.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Fine-fescue-grass-768x530.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Fine-fescue-grass.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 646px) 100vw, 646px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: Aaron J. Patton, Ph.D. \/ Turfgrass Extension Specialist at Purdue University<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fine fescue is usually a combination of common fescue grass seeds that produce delicate, thin grass blades. As a shade-loving grass that is drought tolerant. It thrives in the shade of trees and in low-traffic areas.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fine fescue is perfect for shader spots in your yard. It\u2019s slow growing and grows best in drier soils.&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Classification<\/strong>: Cool-season grass<\/li>    <li><strong>Spreads by<\/strong>: Bunch-type<\/li>    <li><strong>Shade tolerance<\/strong>: High&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Drought tolerance<\/strong>: High<\/li>    <li><strong>Foot traffic tolerance<\/strong>: Low<\/li>    <li><strong>Maintenance needs<\/strong>: Low<\/li>    <li><strong>Mowing Height<\/strong>: 1-3 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Potential for disease<\/strong>: High<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grass Seed Options: <br><\/strong>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Outsidepride-Legacy-Fine-Fescue-Grass\/dp\/B004MNATTS?crid=IG9ZGUBBC4N&amp;keywords=fine+fescue+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679593996&amp;sprefix=fine+fescue+grass%2Caps%2C136&amp;sr=8-5&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=5df3f63d0b577398c42fa053986ba97a&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Outsidepride Legacy Fine Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (5 lbs.)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Eretz-Oregon-Grown-Grass-Seed\/dp\/B07XYK5HQS?crid=IG9ZGUBBC4N&amp;keywords=fine%2Bfescue%2Bgrass%2Bseed&amp;qid=1679594148&amp;sprefix=fine%2Bfescue%2Bgrass%2Caps%2C136&amp;sr=8-7&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=2501fce967a10951a9bfaa4e47265eeb&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Eretz Creeping Red Fine Fescue Seed<\/a> (choose your size)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Outsidepride-Creeping-Fescue-Shade-Tolerant\/dp\/B0BLMJGBG9?crid=IG9ZGUBBC4N&amp;keywords=fine+fescue+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679594148&amp;sprefix=fine+fescue+grass%2Caps%2C136&amp;sr=8-26&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.d977788f-1483-4f76-90a3-786e4cdc8f10&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=d0e223365e80fa2a1f6573823355daab&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Outsidepride Creeping Red Fine Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (25 lbs.)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Outsidepride-Hard-Fine-Fescue-Grass\/dp\/B07MC95N45?crid=IG9ZGUBBC4N&amp;keywords=fine%2Bfescue%2Bgrass%2Bseed&amp;qid=1679594148&amp;sprefix=fine%2Bfescue%2Bgrass%2Caps%2C136&amp;sr=8-12-spons&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.d977788f-1483-4f76-90a3-786e4cdc8f10&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzMjhGVTBUQThRUlMzJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNjcxOTMxM1ZBUkwwOVBRQjFRVyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUExMDMwMzk4MUgzWjFTU1UyQTNLSyZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX210ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=326c8123ac5fe26edbf0796645d16317&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Outsidepride Hard Fine Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (10 lbs.)<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kentucky\">4. Kentucky bluegrass<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/IMG_2400.jpg\" alt=\"Bluegrass lawn in Aurora, Colorado.\" class=\"wp-image-17964\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/IMG_2400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/IMG_2400-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/IMG_2400-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/author\/brendaryan\/\">Brenda Ryan<\/a>&#8216;s Kentucky bluegrass backyard \/ LawnStarter<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kentucky bluegrass is easily one of Asheville&#8217;s most popular grass types. Kentucky bluegrass is a great choice if you\u2019re looking for a dense, lush, and durable lawn. It can handle moderate traffic with little to no damage.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, Kentucky bluegrass is fast-growing and requires more maintenance than other cool-season grasses. Keeping a good schedule for mowing, weed control, and fertilizer application will keep it healthy.&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Classification<\/strong>: Cool-season grass<\/li>    <li><strong>Spreads by<\/strong>: Rhizomes<\/li>    <li><strong>Shade tolerance<\/strong>: Low to moderate; prefers full sun<\/li>    <li><strong>Drought tolerance<\/strong>: Moderate, but will survive by going dormant<\/li>    <li><strong>Foot traffic tolerance<\/strong>: Low to moderate, but recuperates well&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Maintenance needs<\/strong>: Moderate mowing frequency; a high-maintenance grass&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Recommended mowing height<\/strong>: 2.5-3 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Potential for disease<\/strong>: Moderate<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grass Seed Options: <br><\/strong>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Jonathan-Green-Maker-Grass-3-Pound\/dp\/B003AYR3FI?crid=27GQP3B1R3AD0&amp;keywords=kentucky+blue+grass+seeds+for+lawn&amp;qid=1679595025&amp;sprefix=kentucky+blue+grass+seed%2Caps%2C125&amp;sr=8-25&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=992e40d3b70e4e06f03e1dea0e878d92&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Jonathan Green (11970) Blue Panther Kentucky Bluegrass Grass Seed<\/a> (3 lbs.)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/SeedRanch-Midnight-Kentucky-Bluegrass-Certified\/dp\/B00GGSM6FM?crid=27GQP3B1R3AD0&amp;keywords=kentucky+blue+grass+seeds+for+lawn&amp;qid=1679594926&amp;sprefix=kentucky+blue+grass+seed%2Caps%2C125&amp;sr=8-6&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.d977788f-1483-4f76-90a3-786e4cdc8f10&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=7fa7ca16277756d72484672e85e039b3&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">SeedRanch Midnight Kentucky Bluegrass Seed<\/a> (5 lbs.)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Jacklin-Seed-Biltmore-Bluegrass-Certified\/dp\/B07T6XQHCK?crid=27GQP3B1R3AD0&amp;keywords=kentucky+blue+grass+seeds+for+lawn&amp;qid=1679595025&amp;sprefix=kentucky+blue+grass+seed%2Caps%2C125&amp;sr=8-7&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=df49b30f6042f7bab0359ab2347fc028&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Jacklin Seed &#8211; Biltmore Blue Blend &#8211; 100% Kentucky Bluegrass<\/a> (5 lbs.)  <\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faq\">FAQ about Best Grasses for Asheville Lawns<\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1679266671185\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What\u2019s the best grass type for bees and other pollinators?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Asheville is called \u201cthe bee city\u201d due to its commitment to recognizing the essential role of pollinators. According to Bee City USA, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/build-bee-lawn-pollinators\/\">best bee friendly grass types<\/a> are fine fescue, tall fescue, and Kentucky bluegrass.\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1679266695249\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How can you grow cool-season grass in shaded areas?\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Fine fescue can handle shade and drier soils, making it a great choice for yards with trees, dark corners, and shaded side yards. Seed with fescue in the patchy shaded areas near trees.<br\/><br\/><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong> Consider mulching directly at the tree base with wood chips where grass no longer grows (see the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/north-carolina\/best-time-to-mulch-north-carolina\/\">best time to mulch in North Carolina<\/a>).\u00a0<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1679266748405\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How can you prevent soil erosion on sloping or rolling lawns?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Perennial ryegrass and fescues are great for hills, slopes, and hard-to-mow areas. Fescues are fast-growing, develop root systems that prevent erosion, and grow well in shaded areas. See our article about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/north-carolina\/asheville-nc\/how-to-stop-erosion-on-your-asheville-lawn\/\">stopping erosion in Asheville<\/a> for more tips.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When to Hire a Lawn Care Pro<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing the right grass for your lawn can be challenging, but if you have questions, local lawn care pros have the answers to help. And if you\u2019re too busy or just don\u2019t want to deal with taking care of your yard, let LawnStarter&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/asheville-nc-lawn-care\">Asheville lawn care pros<\/a> take that job off your to-do list.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>LawnStarter participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program. LawnStarter earns revenue from products promoted in this article.<\/em>   <\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Main Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/teemu08\/7839594458\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Teemu008<\/a> \/ Flickr \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What grass types are best for your Asheville yard? 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See our article about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/north-carolina\/asheville-nc\/how-to-stop-erosion-on-your-asheville-lawn\/\">stopping erosion in Asheville<\/a> for more tips.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/86706","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/169"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=86706"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/86706\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/86714"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=86706"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=86706"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=86706"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}