Seashore Paspalum
by
Dawn West
All About Lawns Columnist
Description: Native to Australia, Seashore Paspalum is often used in place of Bermuda along the coastal regions of the U.S.. Seashore Paspalum has a medium-fine texture and is dark green in appearance.
Pros:
- Thrives in very salty soils
- Grows and spreads quickly
- Low maintenance
- Very durable
- Is tolerant to conditions of heat, drought, and moderate shade
Cons:
- Does not react well to cold weather and will typically brown in such conditions
- Can appear brown during low-level mowings during the summer months
- Often requires a reel mower to cut properly
Watering: Require moderate amounts of water. 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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