Can you have greener grass while using less water? UC Riverside researching new batch of water-saving grasses
We are living through the driest 22-year period in at least 1,200 years across the western states. Many can see the effects simply by looking at their front yard and the results of water restrictions in place, which are especially tough on grass not meant for desert climates. … UC Riverside has bred grass to better adapt to California’s climate for decades, but Baird’s team has hit on a new strain that might be the best yet. Known by their field names, 17-8 and 6-3, the two patches among hundreds require 50% less water than most lawns to stay green and healthy.