Bermuda Grass
Cynodon dactylon · Warm-season, perennial, C4
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Grass Category
Lawn/Turf, Sports Turf, Erosion Control
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 7 to 10, with low cold tolerance leading to winter dormancy and browning below freezing.
About This Grass
Forms a low-growing, dense carpet, reaching 2 to 6 inches if unmowed. Displays a medium-green color during active summer growth and turns tan/brown during winter dormancy.
Blade Characteristics
Flat blades, 1/16 to 1/8 inch wide with pointed tips. Features a hairy ligule and flattened stems.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressive, combination of stolons and rhizomes forming a dense turf mat.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Requires full sun and moderate watering with high drought tolerance. Thrives in well-drained soils with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow low at 0.5 to 1.5 inches frequently during the growing season. High maintenance requiring regular fertilization and dethatching.