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, sensitive to heavy frost and enters winter dormancy in cooler areas.
About This Grass
Forms a coarse-textured, blue-green to dark green carpet. Mows to a dense, carpet-like ground cover.
Blade Characteristics
Wide, flat blades with blunt, rounded tips and folded vernation. Lacks prominent auricles with a very short, membranous ligule.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous with thick, flat runners forming a dense turf mat.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun to moderate shade and frequent irrigation. Prefers fertile, well-draining soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow high at 2.5 to 4 inches regularly during growing season. High maintenance requirement with frequent fertilization needs.
Identified on 9/26/2026