Kentucky Bluegrass
Poa pratensis · Cool-season, perennial, C3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 3 through 7. Excellent cold tolerance, goes dormant and browns during severe summer heat or drought.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, fine-to-medium textured carpet with a rich medium-to-dark green color. Reaches up to 24 inches if un-mown but typically kept low.
Blade Characteristics
Medium-narrow width, folded in the bud, featuring characteristic boat-shaped tips and a prominent midrib.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively rhizomatous, forming a dense turf and spreading moderately fast.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun for best performance, moderate to high water needs, and well-drained fertile soils with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2 to 3.5 inches weekly during peak growth. Requires moderate to high maintenance and regular fertilization.
Identified on 10/9/2026