Types of Grass in the State of Georgia

North

• In northern areas of Georgia, you can find tall fescue, which is a coarse, fast-growing, low-maintenance grass. This grass type is typical for cooler climates. Kentucky bluegrass is also a northern grass that grows in cool climates. It is a dense grass that varies in light to dark shades of green.

South

• In southern Georgia you can find centipede grass, St. Augustine grass, and carpet grass. Carpet grass is a warm-season grass that grows well in wet soil. Centipede grass is much like carpet grass, but it requires less upkeep since it only grows 3 to 5 inches. It grows easily in acidic soil and in sandy areas. St. Augustine grass is also a tropical climate grass that grows well in sandy beaches and lagoons. It is coarse and dark green.

All Areas

• In all areas of Georgia you can find bahiagrass, bermuda grass and zoysia grass. Bahiagrass grows well in varied climates and is low-maintenance. This grass has fewer insect and disease problems than most grasses. Bermuda grass grows in a variety of warm climates and adapts well to climate transitions. Zoysia grass is a short, heat-resistant grass.