St. Augustine Grass
Stenotaphrum secundatum · Warm-season, perennial, C4
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 8 to 10. Has low cold tolerance and goes dormant in winter.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, blue-green to dark green carpet with coarse texture. Grows rapidly in warm weather.
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 with thick runners, forming a coarse, dense turf.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Thrives in full sun to moderate shade. Requires frequent watering and prefers well-draining soils with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow high at 2.5 to 4 inches regularly. Requires moderate to high maintenance and regular fertilization.
Identified on 9/25/2026