Growing Information
USDA Zones
7–10
Sun
Full Sun Part Shade
Water
low
Height
1"–2"
🐶 Dog-Friendly†🐱 Cat-Friendly†
The "lazy man's grass" of the Southeast. Extremely low maintenance, thrives in poor acidic soil, and needs minimal fertilizer. Light apple-green color.
Where to Buy Centipede Grass:
Amazon
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