In turfgrass, which term describes a condition where the grass grows slowly or not at all and often turns brown?

In turfgrass, which term describes a condition where the grass grows slowly or not at all and often turns brown?

• A. Dormancy
• B. Drought
• C. Endophyte
• D. Environment

Answer: (A)

Dormancy is a temporary stop in growth caused by unfavorable conditions. When dormancy occurs, the grass isn’t actively growing and often loses its green color, appearing brown as metabolism slows and stored carbohydrates support the plant. This state is common in turfgrass during cold or stressful periods, and growth and color return once conditions improve. Drought can cause browning and stress, but it’s a reversible stress condition rather than a true growth cessation. Endophyte is a type of fungus living in the grass, not a growth state, and environment is a broad factor rather than a specific plant response.

Dormancy is a temporary stop in growth caused by unfavorable conditions. When dormancy occurs, the grass isn’t actively growing and often loses its green color, appearing brown as metabolism slows and stored carbohydrates support the plant. This state is common in turfgrass during cold or stressful periods, and growth and color return once conditions improve. Drought can cause browning and stress, but it’s a reversible stress condition rather than a true growth cessation. Endophyte is a type of fungus living in the grass, not a growth state, and environment is a broad factor rather than a specific plant response.