Bermuda Grass
Cynodon dactylon · Warm-season, perennial, C4 grass
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 7 through 10, with excellent heat tolerance and complete winter dormancy during frosts.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, fine-textured turf with a grey-green to blue-green color. Grows 2 to 6 inches tall and produces finger-like seed heads.
Blade Characteristics
Fine to medium blades, flat with pointed tips and a smooth texture. Features a fringe of hairs in place of a membranous ligule.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous and rhizomatous, forming a dense, wear-tolerant mat
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun and moderate watering with high drought tolerance. Prefers well-draining soils with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow low at 0.5 to 1.5 inches frequently during the growing season. High maintenance with regular fertilization and dethatching needs.