Common Name:
St. Augustine Grass
Species:
Stenotaphrum Secundatum
Varieties:
Common
Propagation:
Vegetative (Stolon), Sod, Plugs
Brief Description:
St. Augustine is a dense, very coarse, low growing turf. It produces thick-stemmed runners which require
permanent containment. It has dark green color during its growing season. However, it will become
dormant in winter.
Recommended Use:
Use where shade tolerance is the top priority.
Areas of Best Adaptability:
St. Augustine is well suited to Southern California's varying soils and climate. It is most often used where
there is insufficient sunlight for other varieties.
Winter Color:
Dormant
Mowing Height:
One inch high, mowed weekly.
Thatch:
Moderate to rapid thatch buildup in full sun; minimal thatch in shade. Requires dethatching every one to
two years depending on amount of sun.
St. Augustine Grass
Species:
Stenotaphrum Secundatum
Varieties:
Common
Propagation:
Vegetative (Stolon), Sod, Plugs
Brief Description:
St. Augustine is a dense, very coarse, low growing turf. It produces thick-stemmed runners which require
permanent containment. It has dark green color during its growing season. However, it will become
dormant in winter.
Recommended Use:
Use where shade tolerance is the top priority.
Areas of Best Adaptability:
St. Augustine is well suited to Southern California's varying soils and climate. It is most often used where
there is insufficient sunlight for other varieties.
Winter Color:
Dormant
Mowing Height:
One inch high, mowed weekly.
Thatch:
Moderate to rapid thatch buildup in full sun; minimal thatch in shade. Requires dethatching every one to
two years depending on amount of sun.
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