St. Augustine Grass
Stenotaphrum secundatum · Warm-season, perennial, C4 grass
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 8 through 10, with low cold tolerance and goes dormant in winter in cooler regions.
About This Grass
Forms a thick, carpet-like lawn with a blue-green to dark green color and coarse texture. Grows rapidly in warm weather.
Blade Characteristics
Broad, flat blades with rounded tips, folded vernation, and short, membranous ligules without auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous, forming a dense, coarse turf with rapid horizontal spread.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun to moderate shade and regular watering; exhibits moderate drought tolerance and prefers well-draining soil.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow high at 2.5 to 3.5 inches frequently during the growing season; high maintenance level requiring regular fertilization.
Identified on 9/26/2026