Kentucky Bluegrass

Poa pratensis · Cool-season, perennial, C3

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Kentucky Bluegrass

Grass Category

Lawn/Turf

Hardiness Zones

USDA Zones 3 to 7, exhibits strong cold tolerance and winter dormancy.

About This Grass

Fine-textured, upright turf reaching 1.5 to 2.5 feet tall if unmowed, displaying rich medium-green color.

Blade Characteristics

Narrow blades featuring distinct boat-shaped tips and parallel sides, folded in the bud.

Growing Information

Growth Habit

Aggressively rhizomatous, forming a dense sod.

Sunlight & Water Needs

Requires full sun and consistent moisture, with moderate drought dormancy in dry spells.

Mowing & Maintenance

Mow at 2.0 to 3.0 inches regularly; moderate to high maintenance including frequent fertilization.

Identified on 9/27/2026
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