St. Augustine Grass
Stenotaphrum secundatum · Warm-season perennial, C4
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA zones 8-10, sensitive to heavy frost and goes dormant in winter.
About This Grass
Coarse-textured, low-growing turf with apple to dark green color. Forms a thick sod and produces a flat, spike-like seed head.
Blade Characteristics
Wide flat blades with rounded tips, folded vernation, and absent to very short ligules.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous, forming a dense turf mat via above-ground runners.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Prefers full sun to moderate shade, requires regular moisture, and grows best in well-drained fertile soils.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow high at 2.5 to 4 inches regularly. High maintenance requiring frequent watering and moderate fertilization.
Identified on 10/3/2026