Bermuda Grass
Cynodon dactylon · Warm-season, perennial, C4
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 7-10, with low cold tolerance and winter dormancy.
About This Grass
Low-growing, fine-to-medium textured turf with grayish-green leaves. Produces digitated spikes of seed heads.
Blade Characteristics
Short, narrow blades with pointed tips and prominent ligules. Stems are often purplish and flattened.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous and rhizomatous, forming a dense, wear-resistant turf.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun and well-draining soil. Highly drought-tolerant once established.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow low at 0.5 to 1.5 inches frequently during active growth. High maintenance for fertilization and dethatching.
Identified on 9/27/2026