Grass Types
Grass Type Identification & Care
The single biggest lawn care mistake is treating every yard the same way. Warm-season grasses like Bermuda and Zoysia want different mowing heights, fertilizer timing, and water schedules than cool-season grasses like Kentucky Bluegrass and Fescue. Identify your grass first — everything else follows from that.
Recommended Products
Scotts Turf Builder Grass Seed (Regional Mix)
Region-matched seed blends for overseeding or bare-spot repair.
- ✓ Matched to climate zone
- ✓ Fast germination formula
- ✓ Available per grass type
Soil Thermometer
Confirms soil temperature before seeding warm- or cool-season grass.
- ✓ Reads 0–200°F
- ✓ Prevents premature seeding
- ✓ Under $15
Grass ID Field Guide (Laminated)
Quick-reference card for identifying blade shape, growth habit, and color.
- ✓ Covers 12 common species
- ✓ Weatherproof
- ✓ Pairs with soil test kit
Identification & Signs
Bermuda Grass: Identification & Care Guide
Fine-bladed, aggressive warm-season grass common across the South.
Read GuideKentucky Bluegrass vs. Fescue: How to Tell Them Apart
Two cool-season lookalikes with very different water needs.
Read GuideSt. Augustine Grass Care Guide
A shade-tolerant warm-season grass popular in the Gulf Coast region.
Read GuideDIY Guides
Prevention Tips
Professional Solutions
📅 Seasonal Note
Warm-season grasses green up in late spring and go dormant (tan, not dead) after first frost. Cool-season grasses stay green longer into fall and winter but struggle in peak summer heat.