Module 1 – Topic 3 – Turfgrass – Quiz
1. What characteristic(s) of perennial ryegrass make this grass the best choice for a cool-season
lawn in Phoenix?
Grows in full shade and tolerates light shade
Actively grows in the winter
Tolerates foot traffic
Dark green color
All of the above
2. The best grass choice for overseeding during the fall of the year in Phoenix is called
Perennial ryegrass
3. In the desert Southwest, lawns are NEVER an appropriate landscape element due to high water
consumption.
False
4. What maintenance practice is recommended for a warm-season lawn?
a. Water 2-3 times a week
b. Mow 2-3 times a week
c. Never remove more than 1/3 grass plant height when mowing
d. Fertilize every 6 weeks
e. All of the above
5. Which of the following choices is NOT a sustainable lawn cultivation practice?
Applying synthetic, quick-release fertilizers to Bermuda grass lawns every 2 weeks
6. In the desert Southwest, perennial ryegrass is an excellent choice for a year-round actively
growing green lawn.
False
7. What is the term for severely cutting back a warm-season lawn to prepare for a cool-season
lawn?
Scalping
8. Residential lawns were first cultivated in America in the early 17th century
False
9. Which hybrid Bermuda grass is recommended for general purpose residential lawns?
Midiron
10. What is the seeding rate per 1000 square ft of lawn used for overseeding cool-season grasses?
3 to 5 pounds
11. Which one special piece of equipment is used to determine if the Arizona Cardinal's football field
is play ready?
