Question: This is the predominant grass in our backyard on Long Island. Based on these photos, are you able to identify …
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This is the predominant grass in our backyard on Long Island. Based on these photos, are you able to identify it? I’m trying to remove much of it, but the root masses on each clump make it difficult. Do you think it’s a native? I’m wondering if it could be old turf grass, since there used to be a grass yard in this area. Thanks!
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Dear MossGal, in order to identify this grass, I would need a close-up image of the spikelets and also of the ligule (the structure found at the junction of the leaf sheath and leaf blade). A description of the leaf blades (e.g., flat, involute) and their width in life would also assist. If you are able to get this information, I may be able to assist you further.
