Bermuda Grass
Cynodon dactylon · Warm-season perennial, C4
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 7-10, excellent heat tolerance, goes dormant and turns brown with first frost.
About This Grass
Low-growing, fine to medium texture, deep blue-green to gray-green color, with digitated spike seed heads.
Blade Characteristics
Flat, short blades with pointed tips, folded vernation, and a fringe of hairs for a ligule.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous and rhizomatous, forming a dense turf mat.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Full sun required, high drought tolerance once established, thrives in well-drained soils with pH 6.0-7.0.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow low at 0.5 to 1.5 inches frequently, high fertilizer needs for best color and density, moderate to high maintenance.
Identified on 10/5/2026