The Best Time to Transplant Zoysia Grass

Transplanting Recommendation

• Transplant zoysiagrass plugs and sod any time throughout the year. Find it commercially during spring or summer because the grass turns brown and goes dormant during cold weather.

Cultural Requirements

• Plant zoysiagrass in areas of full sun for best growth. The grass tolerates moderate shade and adapts well to a range of soil types including clay, sand and alkaline. Fertilize with a 16-4-8 fertilizer twice yearly in spring and fall. The ideal mowing height for the grass is 1 to 2 inches.

Appearance and Tolerances

• The grass is dark green in color and has a fine to medium texture, producing a dense, prickly turf. Zoysiagrass requires low maintenance and is highly tolerant of drought, heavy traffic and heat. The dense turf is sometimes hard to mow evenly.