Bermuda Grass
Cynodon dactylon · Warm-season, perennial, C4
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA zones 7-10, excellent heat tolerance, enters winter dormancy with frost.
About This Grass
Fine to medium texture, low-growing turf with a gray-green to bright green color, turning dormant tan in winter.
Blade Characteristics
Narrow blades with pointed tips, folded vernation, and a fringe of hairs for a ligule.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Stoloniferous and rhizomatous, forms a dense, aggressive mat.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Full sun required, high drought tolerance once established, prefers well-draining soils with pH 6.0-7.0.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow low at 0.5 to 1.5 inches frequently, high maintenance requiring regular fertilization.
Identified on 9/29/2026