St. Augustine Grass
Stenotaphrum secundatum · Warm-season, perennial, C4 grass
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 8-10 with poor cold tolerance and winter dormancy.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, coarse turf with a bright to dark green color and flat stems.
Blade Characteristics
Wide flat blades with blunt, rounded tips and folded vernation.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous with a thick, carpet-like spread
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun to moderate shade with high moisture needs in well-drained soils.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow high at 2.5 to 4 inches regularly; high maintenance requiring frequent fertilization.
Identified on 10/11/2026