Crosses were attempted between 17 pairs of parents in spring'96 using techniques developed at Univ. of Minn. Resulting progeny were planted out and appear to exhibit characteristics intermediate between their corresponding parents. Additional DNA marker analysis may be used in the future to confirm parentage of these and future hybrid individuals. The predominantly selfing reproductive system of Poa annua has allowed for the direct selection of potentially useful genotypes through seed. Currently, the project has 7 seeded selections that have good to high turf quality and are mostly stable. Several additional generations of selection will be required to produce uniform and genetically-stable seed progeny. Bulked seed from several strains has been used to establish small plots on the experimental green with surprisingly above average turf quality. Four additional strains have been selected for vegetative propagation.