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 winter dormancy in cooler regions.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, blue-green to dark green carpet with flat stems and blunt-tipped blades, typically maintained at 2 to 3 inches.
Blade Characteristics
Coarse, wide blades with blunt, rounded tips and folded vernation.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous, forming a dense, coarse turf mat.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun to moderate shade; prefers moist, well-drained soils with good drought sensitivity.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow high at 2.5 to 3.5 inches regularly; medium-high maintenance requiring moderate fertilization.
Identified on 9/26/2026