Kentucky Bluegrass
Poa pratensis · Cool-season, perennial, C3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 3 to 7, demonstrating excellent cold hardiness and summer dormancy under severe heat stress.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, fine-to-medium textured carpet with a vibrant dark green color. Reaches typical lawn heights of 1.5 to 2.5 inches.
Blade Characteristics
Fine-to-medium width with distinct boat-shaped tips and parallel sides. Exhibits folded vernation in the bud shoot.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively rhizomatous, forming a dense turf via underground runners.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun for best performance and moderate to high regular watering. Prefers well-draining, fertile soils with a neutral pH.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2 to 2.5 inches regularly during active growth seasons. Requires moderate to high maintenance including regular fertilization.
Identified on 9/30/2026