Bermuda Grass
Cynodon dactylon · Warm-season, perennial, C4 grass
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf, Sports Turf, Erosion Control
Hardiness Zones
USDA zones 7-10, exhibits excellent heat tolerance and goes dormant with winter frosts.
About This Grass
Forms a low-growing, dense, bright green to dark green carpet reaching 1 to 2 inches. Produces slender, finger-like seed heads.
Blade Characteristics
Fine to medium texture, short blades with pointed tips and rough margins, folded vernation with a fringe of hairs for a ligule.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous and rhizomatous, forming a dense turf
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun, moderate watering with high drought tolerance, and adapts well to various well-drained soils.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow low at 0.5 to 1.5 inches frequently, high fertilizer needs during active growth, and moderate maintenance.
Identified on 10/2/2026