St. Augustine Grass
Stenotaphrum secundatum · Warm-season, perennial, C4 grass
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 8 through 10 with poor cold tolerance and winter dormancy in cooler regions.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, coarse-textured carpet with bright green to blue-green color. Reaches typical lawn heights of 2 to 3 inches.
Blade Characteristics
Wide blades with blunt, rounded tips and folded vernation. Features distinct collars and short membranous ligules.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous with thick, flat runners forming a dense, coarse turf.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun to partial shade and moderate to high moisture. Prefers well-draining soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow high at 2.5 to 4 inches regularly during growing season. Requires moderate to high maintenance and regular fertilization.
Identified on 9/30/2026