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 through 10. Exhibits poor cold tolerance and goes dormant with winter discoloration.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, carpet-like turf with coarse texture and blue-green to dark green color. Grows up to 3 inches tall with a flat, spike-like seed head.
Blade Characteristics
Wide blades with blunt, rounded tips and folded vernation. Features a fringe of hairs in place of a distinct ligule and lacks auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous, spreading rapidly above ground to form a dense, coarse turf.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Thrives in full sun to moderate shade with high water requirements. Prefers well-draining soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow high at 2.5 to 4 inches frequently during active growth. Requires moderate to high maintenance including regular fertilization.