Bermuda
Bermuda Grass is a warm-season grass known for its fine texture, dense growth, and rich green color. It thrives in full sun and is highly drought-tolerant, making it perfect for lawns, sports fields, and golf courses in warmer climates. Bermuda grass forms a durable, carpet-like turf that can handle high traffic. It grows best in well-drained, sandy or loamy soils and requires regular mowing to stay tidy. While it may need occasional watering and fertilization during the heat of summer, it’s relatively low-maintenance once established.
- Maintenance: Low to Moderate
- Form: Dense, Carpet-like
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Soil: Well-drained, Sandy to Loamy
Centipede
Centipede grass is a low-maintenance, warm-season grass known for its fine texture and light green color. It grows slowly, forming a dense, carpet-like turf ideal for lawns in warm climates, especially in southern regions. Centipede grass thrives in full sun and well-drained, acidic soils. It’s drought-tolerant and highly resistant to pests and diseases. While it doesn’t require much upkeep, occasional fertilization can help maintain its health and color. This grass grows to about 3 to 6 inches tall and benefits from regular mowing to keep it looking neat.
- Maintenance: Low
- Form: Dense, Carpet-like
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Soil: Well-drained, Acidic
St. Augustine
St. Augustine grass is a popular warm-season grass known for its broad blades and vibrant green color. It thrives in hot, humid climates, making it ideal for lawns in southern regions. This grass forms a dense, lush turf that can withstand moderate foot traffic. While it prefers full sun, it can tolerate partial shade and grows best in well-drained, slightly acidic soils. Though low-maintenance, St. Augustine grass benefits from regular watering during dry spells and occasional fertilization to maintain its color and healthy growth.
- Maintenance: Moderate
- Form: Dense, Lush
- Size: Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Soil: Well-drained, Slightly Acidic
Zoysia
Zoysia grass is a warm-season grass known for its dense, carpet-like texture and rich green color. It creates a thick, lush lawn that is highly resistant to pests, diseases, and foot traffic. Zoysia thrives in full sun but can also tolerate some shade, offering versatility for different landscape conditions. It grows well in well-drained, slightly acidic soils and requires less water and fertilizer compared to other grass types. With its slower growth rate, Zoysia reduces the need for frequent mowing, making it a low-maintenance choice once established.
- Maintenance: Low to Moderate
- Form: Dense, Carpet-like
- Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Soil: Well-drained, Slightly Acidic
