Kentucky Bluegrass

Poa pratensis · Cool-season, perennial, C3

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Kentucky Bluegrass

Grass Category

Lawn/Turf

Hardiness Zones

USDA Zones 3 to 7, excellent cold tolerance, goes dormant in extreme summer heat.

About This Grass

Forms a dense, fine-textured turf with rich medium-green color, reaching heights of 1.5 to 2.5 inches when maintained.

Blade Characteristics

Narrow blades with distinctive boat-shaped tips and folded vernation.

Growing Information

Growth Habit

Rhizomatous with a dense, spreading growth habit

Sunlight & Water Needs

Requires full sun, moderate to high watering, and well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.

Mowing & Maintenance

Mow at 2 to 2.5 inches regularly; requires moderate to high maintenance and regular fertilization.

Identified on 9/25/2026
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