Describe the benefits of turfgrass areas.
Description should include
- the value of the landscape
- the habitat for wildlife
- open spaces
- recreation/athletics
- a healthy lifestyle
- environmental education and impact
- career opportunities
- land reclamation
- air quality
- runoff reduction
- promotion of safety
- temperature regulation
- bioremediation
- carbon sequestration
- noise reduction
- erosion control.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What contributions to the environment can be attributed to turfgrass areas?
- How can turfgrass areas be managed to improve the habitat and support wildlife?
- What are the athletic/recreational benefits of turfgrass?
- What are the environmental impacts of turfgrass areas?