Growing on the High Plains: Grasses as Grinches

To continue my series on things that irk the High Plains gardener, I'll be weilding a blade at the terrible grasses that pester even the most persistent green thumbs. Today's Growing on the High Plains will offer a snapshot of some of the grasses that have bothered my space—some known, and some that began as a mystery. I'll provide tips on how to best the beasts, tame the tails, and starve the stalks. Some are more tenacious than others, requiring sunless, plastic-bag "black ops." But not even the strongest efforts can thwart these thick villains, so be patient and don't let them outfox you -- especially dog owners!