Kentucky Bluegrass
Poa pratensis · Cool-season perennial, C3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 3 through 7. Excellent cold tolerance, goes dormant in extreme heat or drought.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, medium-textured carpet with vibrant green color. Reaches up to 24 inches if unmown, featuring a pyramid-shaped panicle seed head.
Blade Characteristics
Fine to medium width with distinct boat-shaped tips and prominent parallel veins. Folded vernation with a short, membranous ligule and absent auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Rhizomatous, forming a dense, uniform turf with aggressive horizontal spread.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun and moderate to high watering. Prefers well-draining, fertile soils with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2.0 to 3.0 inches regularly. Requires high maintenance including frequent fertilization and periodic dethatching.
Identified on 10/8/2026