St. Augustine Grass
Stenotaphrum secundatum · Warm-season, perennial, C4
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
Thrives in USDA zones 8 through 10, with low cold tolerance and goes dormant with winter frosts.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, carpet-like turf with bright to dark green color and a coarse texture, typically maintained at 2 to 3 inches.
Blade Characteristics
Wide blades with blunt, rounded tips, folded vernation in the bud shoot, and short membranous ligules without auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous, forming a dense, coarse turf mat.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun to moderate shade, high watering needs during dry spells, and prefers well-drained fertile soils.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow high at 2.5 to 3.5 inches frequently during active growth, requiring moderate to high maintenance and regular fertilization.
Identified on 9/26/2026