St. Augustine grass spreads rapidly and aggressively via above-ground stolons, or runners. However, it is a high maintenance turfgrass, requiring monthly fertilizer during the growing season on sandy soil.
St Augustine grass will go dormant when the soil temperatures fall below 55 degrees. If the soil remains warmer than 60 degrees all year, the grass will stay green. It will, however, slow in growth as the soil drops in temperature.
Is St. Augustine grass good in Arizona?
Augustine is another sought-after grass in Arizona for its ability to thrive in shady areas. If your lawn has a lot of shade, then this is definitely the grass for you. This grass will take several touches of frost to go dormant, but it goes dormant late in the year and rises early in the spring.Nov 27, 2020
Native to the southeastern United States and Central America, perennial St. Augustine grass prefers warm weather (it's happiest in USDA growing zones 8 to 10, and happier in 10 than in 8). Above: If it is not mowed, St. Augustine grass will grow to a height of 12 inches and develop flowers and seeds.Feb 19, 2019
Is St Augustine grass good in Arizona?
Augustine is another sought-after grass in Arizona for its ability to thrive in shady areas. If your lawn has a lot of shade, then this is definitely the grass for you. This grass will take several touches of frost to go dormant, but it goes dormant late in the year and rises early in the spring.Nov 27, 2020