Kentucky Bluegrass
Poa pratensis · Cool-season, perennial, C3 grass.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 3 through 7. Excellent cold tolerance, enters winter dormancy under freezing conditions, and has moderate heat tolerance.
About This Grass
Forms a dense, fine to medium-textured turf with rich medium-to-dark green color. Height ranges from 1.5 to 2.5 inches when maintained.
Blade Characteristics
Fine to medium width blades with distinctive boat-shaped tips and parallel sides. Features folded vernation in the bud shoot.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively rhizomatous, forming a dense, uniform turf with a moderate spread rate.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun for optimal growth and regular watering during dry periods. Prefers well-draining, fertile soils with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow at 2 to 2.5 inches regularly. Requires moderate to high maintenance including regular fertilization and occasional dethatching.