What type of plant is Broadleaf categorized as?

Broadleaf plants are categorized as perennials because they live for multiple growing seasons, typically longer than two years. Unlike annuals, which complete their life cycle in one growing season, or biennials, which take two years to complete their life cycle, perennials grow from the same root system year after year. This means they can survive through different seasons, regrowing each spring after going dormant in the winter. Broadleaf plants, which include many common grasses and weeds, exhibit this perennial growth habit, allowing them to establish robust root systems that can remain viable over many years, competing well in their environments. This characteristic makes them an important factor in turf management, as they can influence both the aesthetic and functional qualities of the turf.