5 Interesting Facts About Grass
Despite growing and maintaining the lovely lawn in your front yard, there’s probably a lot you don’t know about grass. Check out these interesting facts to learn more about grasses and lawns.
1. Grass Doesn’t Die Off in the Winter
Many people mistakenly believe that grass dies during the colder months. Like a bear in the winter, grass actually goes dormant and “hibernates” until the spring. Similarly, grass becomes dormant and turns a brown color during the peak of summer, depending on the location and the type of grass.
2. There are Thousands of Grass Types
Technically speaking, grass is a common name for a family of plants called Gramineae. There are almost 10,000 different types of grasses, creating one of the most extensive species on the earth. From short lawn grass to dozen-foot high bamboo, there are an endless number of grass types, though some are more appropriate than others for a yard.
3. You Consume Grass
It’s not only horses that receive nutritional benefits from grass. Wheat, rice, and corn are grass plants, or the flowering portion of the plant. Sugars and flours are foods containing grass products. Some individuals enjoy drinking wheat grass juice. Even alcoholic drinks like beer and bourbon are derived from grass.
4. Grass Is Everywhere
20% of earth’s vegetation is a type of grass. From the North Pole to the jungles of South America, you’re sure to find some type of plant no matter where you venture. Numerous animals depend on grass as an important part of their diets. Many grasses are tough plants that can grow through hard materials such as concrete, asphalt, and even pool and pond liners.
5. Grass Isn’t Always Green
Whether it’s a lush front yard or the hills of Ireland, grass is often admired for its rich green color. Like many plants, the green color is due to a chemical called chlorophyll. This chemical absorbs colors from light for plant energy. The leftover light is mostly green, which is what our eyes see when we look at blades of grass. However, some grasses can be bluish, reddish, or purplish in color.
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