Bermuda Grass
Cynodon dactylon · Warm-season, perennial, C4
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 7 through 10, with excellent heat tolerance and complete winter dormancy.
About This Grass
Forms a tight, fine-to-medium textured carpet that turns straw-colored and goes dormant in winter. Reaches 1 to 2 inches when maintained.
Blade Characteristics
Fine to medium width, grayish-green to bright green blades with pointed tips and a membranous ligule.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressive, spreading via both stolons and rhizomes, forming a dense turf.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun and moderate watering with good drought tolerance. Prefers well-draining soils with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow low at 0.5 to 1.5 inches frequently during the growing season. High maintenance due to aggressive spreading and fertilizer needs.
Identified on 10/1/2026