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Warm Season Species

Bahiagrass

Paspalum notatum

Bahiagrass is the utility grass of Florida and the Gulf Coast — deep-rooted, drought-proof, and content on poor sandy soil where finer grasses starve. It forms an open, coarse turf rather than a carpet, and its tall Y-shaped seed heads need regular mowing in summer. Pensacola and Argentine are the two staple varieties.

Why Choose It

  • Exceptional drought tolerance via deep roots
  • Thrives on infertile, sandy soils with no irrigation
  • Very low fertility needs
  • Good erosion control on banks and rough areas

Know Before You Buy

  • Open, coarse turf — never a dense carpet
  • Constant tall seed heads in summer
  • Limited cold tolerance (zones 8-10)

Ideal For

Large, unirrigated southern lots, pastures, and roadside-tough lawns.

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Products where bahiagrass is the dominant species in the bag — verified from guaranteed-analysis labels and manufacturer specs, not the front of the bag.

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