Bermuda Grass
Cynodon dactylon · Warm-season perennial, C4
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 7 to 10, excellent heat tolerance, poor shade tolerance, enters winter dormancy under 50°F.
About This Grass
Low-growing turf with fine to medium texture, bright green color in summer, turns brown and goes dormant in winter.
Blade Characteristics
Fine-to-medium width, grayish-green, pointed tips, folded vernation with a membranous ligule and no auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Stoloniferous and rhizomatous, forms a dense, aggressive mat.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Full sun required, high drought tolerance once established, prefers well-drained soils with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow low at 0.5 to 1.5 inches frequently, high fertilizer needs, high maintenance.
Identified on 10/20/2026