Centipede Grass
Eremochloa ophiuroides · Warm-season, perennial, C4
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 7-10. Exhibits good heat tolerance but goes dormant and turns straw-colored with the first frost.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, apple-green to light-green turf with a medium texture. Grows low to the ground, typically maintaining a height of 1 to 2 inches.
Blade Characteristics
Blades are medium-width with blunt, rounded tips. Leaves fold in the bud (folded vernation) with a very short ligule and no auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Stoloniferous, spreading moderately to form a dense, low-growing turf.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun to partial shade and moderate watering. Prefers acidic, well-draining soils with low fertility.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 1.5 to 2 inches every 7-14 days. Low maintenance; requires minimal fertilizer and is sensitive to over-fertilization.