Kentucky Bluegrass
Poa pratensis · Cool-season, perennial, C3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 3-7, excellent cold tolerance and goes dormant during extreme heat or drought.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, fine-textured turf with rich green color. Reaches up to 24 inches if un-mown, with pyramidal panicle seed heads.
Blade Characteristics
Fine to medium width, boat-shaped tips, folded vernation, with distinct parallel veins.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively rhizomatous, forming a dense, uniform turf.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun for best performance and moderate to high watering. Prefers fertile, well-drained soils with neutral pH.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2 to 3 inches regularly. Requires moderate to high maintenance including regular fertilization.
Identified on 10/8/2026