St. Augustine Grass
Stenotaphrum secundatum · Warm-season, perennial, C4
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA zones 8 through 10, sensitive to cold winters, and enters dormancy in cooler regions.
About This Grass
Coarse-textured, low-growing turf with a bright blue-green color. Forms a thick sod through extensive above-ground runners.
Blade Characteristics
Wide blades with blunt, rounded tips, folded vernation, and a short membranous ligule without auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous with thick, flat stolons and a fast spread rate, forming a dense turf.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Thrives in full sun to moderate shade, requires regular watering, low drought tolerance, and prefers well-drained soils.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2.5 to 3.5 inches frequently during the growing season. Medium to high maintenance depending on fertilization and weed control needs.
Identified on 10/17/2026