Bermuda Grass
Cynodon dactylon · Warm-season, perennial, C4 grass
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf, Sports Turf, Pasture, Erosion Control
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 7-10, excellent heat and wear tolerance, goes dormant in winter frost
About This Grass
Forms a low-growing, fine to medium textured carpet of green, turning brown and dormant during cold winters
Blade Characteristics
Flat, short, grayish-green blades with pointed tips and a membranous ligule
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressive, spreading via both stolons and rhizomes forming a dense turf
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun, moderate watering with high drought tolerance, adapts to various well-drained soils
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow low at 1 to 2 inches frequently; high maintenance for optimal appearance with regular fertilization
Identified on 10/2/2026