Kentucky Bluegrass
Poa pratensis · Cool-season, perennial, C3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA zones 3 to 7, excellent cold tolerance, goes dormant in extreme heat
About This Grass
Fine to medium texture, dark green color, grows 1.5 to 2.5 inches tall with a pyramid-shaped seed head
Blade Characteristics
Medium width, folded vernation, distinct boat-shaped tips, prominent midvein
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively rhizomatous, forming a dense, uniform turf
Sunlight & Water Needs
Full sun preferred, moderate to high water needs, fair drought dormancy, pH 6.0-7.0
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2 to 3 inches, high maintenance, requires regular fertilization and aeration
Identified on 10/7/2026