Kentucky Bluegrass
Poa pratensis · Cool-season, perennial, C3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA zones 3 to 7, exhibits winter dormancy and good cold tolerance.
About This Grass
Forms a fine-textured, deep green turf reaching 1.5 to 3 inches in typical managed height with open panicle seed heads.
Blade Characteristics
Medium-fine width with characteristic boat-shaped tips and folded vernation.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Rhizomatous, forming a dense turf with moderate to fast lateral spread.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Prefers full sun and consistent moisture in well-draining loamy soils with pH 6.0-7.0.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2.0 to 3.5 inches regularly; requires moderate to high maintenance and fertilization.
Identified on 9/28/2026