Kentucky Bluegrass
Poa pratensis · Cool-season, perennial, C3
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 3 to 7, exhibits excellent cold tolerance and enters winter dormancy under freezing temperatures, while struggling with prolonged extreme heat.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, uniform carpet with an upright growth habit, typically maintained between 1.5 to 2.5 inches. Features medium-fine texture and rich medium-to-dark green color.
Blade Characteristics
Fine-to-medium width blades with distinct boat-shaped tips and parallel veins. Folded vernation in the bud shoot with a short membranous ligule and no auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively rhizomatous, forming a dense turf and spreading moderately fast via underground stems.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun for optimal growth and high watering frequency to maintain color during summer. Prefers well-drained, fertile soils with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow regularly at 2.0 to 2.5 inches. High maintenance requirements including frequent fertilization, regular aeration, and moderate dethatching.