St. Augustine Grass
Stenotaphrum secundatum · Warm-season, perennial, C4 grass
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 8 through 10, with low cold tolerance and goes dormant in cooler regions.
About This Grass
Forms a thick, carpet-like turf with coarse texture and a bright to blue-green color. Grows 2 to 3 inches tall if left unmowed.
Blade Characteristics
Wide, flat blades with blunt, rounded tips and folded vernation. Features a short membranous ligule and no auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous, forming a dense, coarse turf with rapid horizontal spread.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun to moderate shade and frequent watering. Prefers moist, well-draining soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow high at 2.5 to 4 inches weekly during the active growing season. Requires moderate to high maintenance and regular fertilization.
Identified on 9/29/2026