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Because there is a type of grass seed that is tinted blue when the sun hits it just right. This grass is called of course, Bluegrass. Since this grass was found only in Kentucky, the stated received its nick name of the bluegrass state. However bluegrass can be bought and found in other states as well now.
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What is Kentucky's state colors?
I think Kentucky's state color is blue because of it's flag and the blue grass state
What state is the blue grass state in?
Kentucky
What state is is the blue grass state?
Kentucky.
What are the horse pastures of Kentucky called?
The horse pastures in Kentucky are called "blue grass". They are very lush and so green they almost look blue which is why Kentucky is known as the Bluegrass State".
Pennsylvania is the blue grass state?
False. Kentucky is called the Bluegrass state. Pennsylvania is known as the Keystone State.
Nickname of Kentucky?
The Blue grass state
How did Kentucky get it nickname?
Kentucky's nick name is the bluegrass state. It got its name because of its grass. The grass is not tecnically blue, but its a close color to blue.
Which of these states are most closely associated with bluegrass music?
Kentucky is known as the Bluegrass state, and Bill Monroe was from Kentucky (his band was called The Blue Grass Boys), that's how it got its name.
Which state is best associated with 'blue grass'?
Kentucky.
Why is Kentucky nicknamed the bluegrass state?
Some of Kentucky's grass has a blue tint to it. Not all grass in Kentucky is bluegrass. Bluegrass grows heavily in the central part of the state, and becomes more sparse in the further areas. When you're in an area where all the grass is bluegrass, you can't tell that it's bluegrass, because it really is green. But - in parts of the state where the bluegrass is more sparse, you can look out over a grass-covered area and notice that certain patches have a blue-ish tint. Then can you really tell the difference in bluegrass and green grass.The US State of Kentucky has the nickname of the "Blue grass" State because of the preponderance of a certain type of grass that can be found in large areas of the State. This grass is classified by botanists as Poa grass. It is normally colored green, however, in the Spring it produces a blue colored bud. Thus the name of Bluegrass.
Which state is known as the blue grass state?
Kentucky is known as the "Bluegrass State"
What is the capital of Kentucky of the state known for its blue grass?
Frankfort is the capital city in Kentucky.
