Kentucky Bluegrass
Poa pratensis · Cool-season, perennial, C3 grass
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 3 through 7. Excellent cold tolerance, goes dormant in extreme summer heat and severe winter frost.
About This Grass
Fine-textured, upright growth reaching 1.5 to 2.5 feet at maturity if un-mown. Vibrant medium to dark green color.
Blade Characteristics
Narrow blades with classic boat-shaped tips and prominent parallel veins. Folded vernation with a short, membranous ligule and no auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively rhizomatous, forming a dense turf mat with moderate to fast spread.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun to partial shade and moderate, regular moisture. Prefers well-draining, fertile soils with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2.0 to 3.0 inches. Moderate to high maintenance requiring regular fertilization and occasional aeration.
Identified on 9/27/2026