Bermuda Grass
Cynodon dactylon · Warm-season, perennial, C4 grass.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf, Sports Turf, Erosion Control
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 7-10, with excellent heat tolerance and poor cold tolerance leading to winter dormancy.
About This Grass
Forms a tight, dense turf with a fine to medium texture and bright green color, turning dormant tan in winter.
Blade Characteristics
Fine-textured, short blades with pointed tips, folded vernation, and a fringe of hairs for a ligule.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressive, dense growth habit utilizing both stolons and rhizomes to spread rapidly.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun and well-draining soil, with high drought tolerance once established.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow low at 0.5 to 1.5 inches frequently. Requires moderate to high maintenance and regular fertilization.
Identified on 10/14/2026