St. Augustine Grass (Spanish Grass)

St. Augustine grass is one of the most popular lawn grasses in the Gulf states. It has a good tolerance for heat and humidity. While the St. Augustine grass thrives in high temperatures (generally 20 - 45 °C), it also makes a good, dense turf, given its tolerance for soil salinity.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS

Proper lawn maintenance practices are the best means for avoiding pest or stress problems and for maintaining a healthy lawn. St. Augustine grass requires proper nutrition to maintain good cover and healthy growth characteristics. During certain times of the year, it generally needs supplemental irrigation. Pesticides may be needed periodically, but their use can be minimized if other cultural practices (mowing, irrigation, fertilization) are done correctly.

HEAT TOLERANCE

St. Augustine grass is one of the most popular lawn grasses in the Gulf states. It has a good tolerance for heat and humidity. While the St. Augustine grass thrives in high temperatures (generally 20 - 45 °C), it also makes a good, dense turf, given its tolerance for soil salinity.

DROUGHT TOLERANCE

Irrigating on an "as-needed" basis is the best way to maintain any established, mature grass, as long as the proper amount of water is applied when needed. Apply ½–¾ inch of water per application. This applies water to roughly the top 8 inches of soil where the majority of the roots are.

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