St. Augustine Grass
Stenotaphrum secundatum · Warm-season, perennial, C4
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Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 8 through 10, with low cold tolerance and goes dormant in winter.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, carpet-like turf with medium to dark green color and a coarse texture. Grows 2 to 3 inches tall with thick flat stems.
Blade Characteristics
Wide flat blades with rounded tips, folded vernation in the bud shoot, and an absent or very short membranous ligule.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Stoloniferous, spreading rapidly via thick surface runners to form a coarse, dense turf
Sunlight & Water Needs
Prefers full sun to partial shade with high water requirements and moderate drought tolerance. Thrives in well-drained soils with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow high at 2.5 to 4 inches frequently during the growing season. Requires regular fertilization and moderate maintenance.