Centipede Grass
by
Dawn West
All About Lawns Columnist
Description: Centipede Grass is a fine to medium textured grass with varying root depths and a yellowish-green color commonly found in the southeastern U.S., southern coastal U.S., and Hawaii. In general, centipede grass is a low-maintenance grass that tends to grow best in acidic soils of the regions it is commonly found.
Pros:
- Centipede grass grows well in full sun
- Generally low in maintenance
- Can tolerate moderate amounts of shade
Cons:
- Generally turns brown in hot and dry weather and goes dormant in the winter
- Has a slow growth rate
- Is NOT a durable grass
- Is not tolerant to salt, drought, and excessive fertilizer
- Can turn yellow when lacking enough iron in the soil
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Watering: It generally requires frequent watering. For additional info on watering, see: Watering
Fertilizing: see: Fertilizing Tables
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About the Author
Dawn West B.A. holds a B.A. in English from Harvard University and teaches writing at Oregon State University.
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