Bahia Grass
Paspalum notatum · Warm-season, perennial, C4
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Grass Category
Pasture and Erosion Control
Hardiness Zones
USDA zones 7 to 11 with high heat tolerance and winter dormancy.
About This Grass
Coarse-textured, light green turf growing up to 30 inches tall with distinctive V-shaped seed heads.
Blade Characteristics
Flat, wide blades with pointed tips and folded vernation.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Stoloniferous and rhizomatous, forming a dense, tough turf.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Full sun, moderate water needs, highly drought tolerant, thrives in poor sandy soils.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2 to 3 inches regularly; low maintenance needs.
Identified on 9/28/2026