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, with low cold tolerance and heavy winter dormancy in cooler regions.
About This Grass
Coarse-textured, low-growing turf with bright to blue-green color. Produces flat, spike-like seed heads at maturity.
Blade Characteristics
Wide blades with blunt, rounded tips and folded vernation. Features a short, membranous ligule and lacks auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous with a moderate to fast spread rate, forming a dense turf mat.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Thrives in full sun to moderate shade with high water requirements. Prefers well-draining soils with a neutral to slightly acidic pH.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow high at 2.5 to 4 inches regularly during active growth. Requires moderate to high maintenance including frequent fertilization.
Identified on 10/19/2026