St. Augustine Grass
Stenotaphrum secundatum · Warm-season, perennial, C4
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 8-10, sensitive to heavy frost and goes dormant in colder climates.
About This Grass
Forms a thick carpet with coarse texture and bright to blue-green color. Grows up to 3 inches tall with a flattened flower spike.
Blade Characteristics
Wide, flat blades with blunt, rounded tips. Folded vernation with a very short membranous ligule and absent auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous, forming a dense, coarse turf mat.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun to moderate shade and frequent watering. Prefers moist, well-draining soils with a neutral pH.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow high at 2.5 to 4 inches weekly during active growth. Moderate to high maintenance requiring regular fertilization.
Identified on 9/29/2026