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, sensitive to heavy frost and enters dormancy in cooler climates.
About This Grass
Forms a dense carpet with wide blades, bright blue-green color, growing 2 to 3 inches tall, producing a flattened spike seed head.
Blade Characteristics
Wide blades with blunt, rounded tips, folded vernation in the bud shoot, and a very short membranous ligule.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous with thick, flat stolons forming a dense, coarse turf.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Thrives in full sun to moderate shade, requires regular watering, moderate drought tolerance, and prefers well-drained fertile soils.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2.5 to 3.5 inches high frequently during the growing season; high maintenance requiring regular fertilization.
Identified on 10/6/2026