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Growing Info

Scarification: none required

Stratification: none required

Germination: surface sow and keep moist, tamp the soil, requires light for germination

Native to: East Africa

Native

Introduced

Cynodon dactylonCynodon dactylon

Bermuda Grass, Bermudagrass

In Stock: 8.314 lb (Total:8.314lb)

Cynodon dactylon

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8.31 lb CA

Details

Germination:

93%

Germination test:

Actual

Purity:

98%

Seeds per lb:

1,715,000

Quantity:

8.31 lb

Collected in:

California

Crop year:

2023

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1834283

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: none required

Stratification: none required

Germination: surface sow and keep moist, tamp the soil, requires light for germination

Native to: East Africa

Native

Introduced

Experience the resilience and versatility of Cynodon dactylon, commonly known as Bermuda Grass. Ideal for warm climates, this perennial turfgrass thrives as a lush, mat-forming ground cover, suitable for everything from pristine lawns to public parks. Its robust nature allows it to spread quickly via rhizomes, stolons, and seeds, making it a favorite in athletic fields and golf courses, admired for its capacity to withstand heavy foot traffic and rapidly recover. Bermuda Grass enjoys the sun's full embrace and grows best in well-drained soils with a pH between 5.0 and 8.5. Though it flourishes in warm conditions, it shows remarkable tolerance to drought, heat, and even saline soils.

For optimal turf health, maintain a mowing height of 3/4 to 2 inches, fertilize seasonally, and manage its spread with soil barriers. While thriving in full sun, it struggles under low-light conditions. Beyond aesthetic appeal, Cynodon dactylon is instrumental in erosion control, pasture grazing, and wildlife forage, offering a habitat for Skipper butterflies and sustenance for deer, geese, and ducks. With its significant adaptability, it remains a staple of tropical and subtropical landscapes worldwide, seizing the spotlight for its dual role as a cherished turfgrass and a forage crop. Embrace the hardiness and vibrant charm of Bermuda Grass for a dynamic, enduring green space.