Bentgrass is the name of many related kinds of grasses that have rough stems, small flowers, and seeds that grow in delicate clusters. Bentgrasses are native to Europe and Asia and were introduced to the United States by early colonists.
Two kinds, creeping bentgrass and colonial bentgrass, are widely used for golf courses and lawns. Both are grown from seeds. Creeping bentgrass also may be grown by planting tufts of the grass. Both kinds spread by means of creeping stems that take root at intervals, eventually forming a thick, soft turf. They can withstand close mowing and grow best in the cooler parts of the United States, especially the Pacific Northwest, the Northeast, and the north-central region.
Another kind of bentgrass, called redtop, is native to Europe but now grows widely in the United States. It is used for pastures and lawns and for erosion control.
