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Cool and Warm Season Turf . Cool season (C3)Use normal' phytosynthesisGrow best between 65 to 75FSummer dormant at high temperaturesWarm season (C4)Adapted for higher temperature/low water availabilityUse an extra step to reduce water loss during photosynthesis (C4 photosynthesis)Grow best
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1. Warm Season Turf Species and Culture
2. Cool and Warm Season Turf Cool season (C3)
Use ‘normal’ phytosynthesis
Grow best between 65 to 75°F
Summer dormant at high temperatures
Warm season (C4)
Adapted for higher temperature/low water availability
Use an extra step to reduce water loss during photosynthesis (C4 photosynthesis)
Grow best between 80 to 95°F
Winter dormant below 65 to 70°F