Kentucky Bluegrass
Poa pratensis · Cool-season, perennial, C3 grass.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA zones 3 to 7, exhibiting excellent cold hardiness and entering summer dormancy during extended heat and drought.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, fine-textured turf reaching 1.5 to 2.5 inches tall with rich medium-green color. Produces open, pyramidal panicle seed heads at maturity.
Blade Characteristics
Narrow blades with characteristic boat-shaped tips, folded vernation in the bud shoot, and prominent midveins.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively rhizomatous, forming a dense, uniform sod with moderate spread rate.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun for optimal growth and high moisture needs with poor drought tolerance. Prefers well-drained, fertile soils with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2.0 to 2.5 inches frequently during peak growth. Demands high maintenance including regular fertilization and aeration.