Be attentive if you are planning to place a new lawn!
Are you confused about which grass to choose for your lawn from St. Augustine grass and Zoysia grass?
The reply is, "Both are perfect to express your lawn beautifully" but there are some similarities and dissimilarities too that should be looked at while selecting.
In this post, we will explain the dissimilarities between them and the best types of both styles of grass to help you make an exact decision for your dream lawn.
St. Augustine vs. Zoysia:
Before laying/seeding any of these grasses in your lawn, you must look for the factors like natural light & heat requirement, cost of maintenance, acceptance against drought and lawn diseases, and color retention.
Through the below-mentioned table of comparison between these two kinds of grass, you will be able to recognize and understand the differences more easily:-
Deep green color.
Bright green color.
The texture is non-easy and rough.
The texture is easy and plain.
Minimum upkeep is required.
Regular upkeep is required.
Costs much less in the establishment.
Costs greater in the establishment.
Comes back quickly in its original color after fall, usually in the early spring period.
Comes back slowly in its original color after fall, usually in the later spring period.
Relies on the stolons only.
Relies on the rhizomes and stolons both.
The length of one grass blade is nearly 9mm.
The length of one grass blade is nearly 7mm.
Nitrogen content is higher.
Nitrogen content is lower.
Soil pH level should be ranging from 5 to 8.5.
Soil pH level should be ranging from 5.8 to 7.
To make the concept clearer, here are types of both the grasses:
St. Augustine types:
There are three types of St. Augustine grass.
The best among the above types of St. Augustine is Floratam. It is capable of fighting against tough grass viruses and diseases.
Its long and thick blades are resistant to insects and bugs. It keeps its color throughout the year, and if it has been affected by the snow or hard summer, it swiftly comes back to its original shade.