St. Augustine grass is a popular choice among Southern homeowners in the United States. It is known to be disease resistant, yet its vulnerabilities are exploited by pest infestations, weed competition, and fungal diseases. If left untreated St. Augustine can succumb to any number of these conditions and experience yellowing and patchiness. Specifically, White Grub worms are a pest that can ruin the appearance of spring St. Augustine lawns, targeting this pest is a priority for any homeowner seeking a pristine lawn. Lastly, St. Augustine is capable of tolerating shade, yet 5 to 6 hours of direct sunlight is recommended for ideal growth.
In terms of aesthetics, our product recommendations that closely match this grass include:
Arizona Pro
Vista Natural 80
Vista Natural 65
Arizona Pro
Arizona Pro featured right is a delustered, resilient, temperature-controlled artificial grass. This grass is 1.7 inches tall and exhibits finer blades than alternative products. Arizona Pro is designed to provide customers with a more natural look and feel, creating a viable alternative to a traditional St. Augustine lawn.
Zoysia
Zoysia grows best in the Transition and Southern regions of the United States. It requires six to eight hours of sunshine daily and occasional shade. Common issues facing Zoysia include pest damage and fungal diseases. The homeowner can stave off much of the problems associated with Zoysia by maintaining the length of the grass from 1 to 2 inches, watering weekly at a minimum of 1 inch, and aerating during the spring. Furthermore, it is recommended to dethatch the lawn periodically and fertilize with nitrogen once a year.
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