St. Augustine Grass
Stenotaphrum secundatum · Warm-season, perennial, C4 grass
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect
Grass Category
Lawn/Turf
Hardiness Zones
USDA zones 8 through 10. Highly sensitive to cold temperatures and goes dormant in winter.
About This Grass
Forms a thick, carpet-like turf with coarse texture and bright to blue-green color. Grows 2 to 3 inches tall with flat-topped seed spikes.
Blade Characteristics
Wide flat blades with blunt, rounded tips. Folded vernation with a short membranous ligule and absent auricles.
Growing Information
Growth Habit
Aggressively stoloniferous, forming a dense, coarse turf via surface runners.
Sunlight & Water Needs
Prefers full sun to moderate shade with high water requirements. Thrives in moist, well-draining soils with a neutral pH.
Mowing & Maintenance
Mow high at 2.5 to 4 inches regularly. Requires moderate to high maintenance including frequent fertilization and weed control.
Identified on 10/10/2026