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. Excellent cold tolerance, enters dormancy during severe summer heat or drought.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, fine-to-medium textured turf with rich dark green color. Reaches up to 24 inches if unmowed, featuring open panicle seed heads.
Blade Characteristics
Medium-narrow width with characteristic boat-shaped tips and folded vernation. Smooth texture with prominent midvein.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Rhizomatous with aggressive spread and high density
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun and moderate to high moisture. Prefers well-drained, fertile soils with pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2.0 to 3.0 inches regularly. High maintenance level requiring frequent fertilization and watering.
Identified on 10/16/2026