Cheatgrass - Not Just a Meance to Farmers
Cheatgrass (downy brome) is an undesirable grass species that is spreading in many western states.  A cool season grass, it is first to come up in the spring and can show renewed growth in the fall.  Dying off in summer, it provides fuel for wildfire.  It also outcompetes many beneficial native grasses.  Find out steps you can take to control it at http://www.ext.colostate.edu/PUBS/natres/06310.html