Bermuda Grass

Cynodon dactylon · Warm-season, perennial, C4

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Bermuda Grass

Grass Category

Lawn/Turf, Sports Turf, Erosion Control

Hardiness Zones

USDA Zones 7-10, excellent heat and wear tolerance, goes completely dormant and turns brown in winter frosts.

About This Grass

Low-growing, fine-to-medium texture turf reaching 2 to 6 inches, bright green color turning straw-brown when dormant.

Blade Characteristics

Narrow flat blades with pointed tips, grayish-green color, folded vernation, and a fringe of hairs for a ligule.

Growing Information

Growth Habit

Aggressive, spreading via both stolons and rhizomes, forming a dense turf mat

Sunlight & Water Needs

Full sun required, high drought tolerance once established, thrives in well-drained soils with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.

Mowing & Maintenance

Mow low at 0.5 to 1.5 inches frequently, high maintenance level requiring regular fertilization and dethatching.

Identified on 9/25/2026