- St. Augustinegrass: Best grass for shady lawns<\/a><\/li>
- Zoysiagrass: Best grass for heavy foot traffic<\/a><\/li>
- Bermudagrass: Best grass for sunny lawns<\/a><\/li>
- Centipedegrass: Best low-maintenance grass<\/a><\/li>
- Kentucky bluegrass: For cooler north Mississippi<\/a><\/li>
- Tall fescue: For a low-maintenance lawn<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>
St. Augustinegrass: Best grass for shady lawns<\/span><\/h2>
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Forest & Kim Starr<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | CC BY 3.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> St. Augustinegrass is the most shade-tolerant grass in Mississippi, as it can survive in 30 percent sun. It\u2019s prized for its wide, bright-green leaves, fast growth, and high salt tolerance (making it a great choice for homeowners on the Gulf Coast). However, its rapid growth means it needs frequent mowing and its low cold tolerance limits where it can grow.<\/p>
- Among the best shade tolerance for warm-season grasses<\/li>
- Fast growth rate<\/li>
- High salt tolerance<\/li>
- Needs frequent mowing<\/li>
- Low cold tolerance<\/li> <\/ul>
If you\u2019re interested in a St. Augustine lawn, read our article on How to Grow and Care for St. Augustinegrass<\/a>. <\/p>
Grass Plug Options:
<\/strong>\u2013 Seed Ranch St Augustine Seville Grass Plugs<\/a> (2 Trays)
\u2013 Seed Ranch St Augustine Floratam Grass Plugs<\/a> (2 Trays)<\/p>Zoysiagrass: Best grass for heavy foot traffic<\/span><\/h2>
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Forest & Kim Starr<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | CC BY 3.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> If you plan on using your lawn for barbecues or to have the kids and pets run around, zoysiagrass is your best bet. Its slow growth habit means it takes a long time to recover, but when it does, it does strongly. It prefers full sun and its high salt tolerance makes it well suited for coastal areas in Mississippi.<\/p>
- Excellent foot traffic tolerance<\/li>
- Cold-tolerant<\/li>
- Likes full sun<\/li>
- Has a high salt tolerance<\/li>
- Slow grower<\/li> <\/ul>
For more, check out How to Grow and Care for Zoysiagrass<\/a>.<\/p>
Grass Plug and Seed Options:
<\/strong>\u2013 Zoysia Plugs<\/a> (50 Large Grass Plugs)
<\/a>\u2013 Zoysia Plugs<\/a> (50 Full & Lush Grass Plugs)
\u2013 Zoysia Plugs<\/a> (100 Plugs)
\u2013 Zenith Zenith Grass Seeds<\/a> (1\/8 lb. of seeds)<\/p>Bermudagrass: Best grass for sunny lawns<\/span><\/h2>
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Forest & Kim Starr<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | CC BY 3.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Dark green and carpet-like, Bermudagrass requires the largest amount of sunlight among turf grasses (it needs full sun). This, combined with its high drought tolerance, makes it well suited to hot and humid southern Mississippi. It also tolerates foot traffic and recovers quickly due to its fast growth rate. However, it has a low shade tolerance and spreads aggressively into flower beds and other lawns.<\/p>
- Needs full sun<\/li>
- Strong drought tolerance<\/li>
- High foot traffic tolerance<\/li>
- Fast growth rate (recovers quickly)<\/li>
- Spreads aggressively<\/li> <\/ul>
If you think a Bermudagrass lawn is right for you, read How to Grow and Care for Bermudagrass<\/a>.<\/p>
Grass Seed Options: <\/strong>
<\/strong>\u2013 Scotts Turf Builder Bermudagrass<\/a> (10-lb. bag)
\u2013 Hancock Seed Co. Bermudagrass<\/a> (50-lb. bag)<\/p>Centipedegrass: Best low-maintenance grass<\/span><\/h2>
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Michael Rivera<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Want a lawn that doesn\u2019t require constant fertilizing, watering, mowing, and pest control? Centipedegrass is your best option. It\u2019s a low-maintenance, medium-textured, yellow-tinged green grass with strong disease and pest resistance. It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade.<\/p>
- Low maintenance<\/li>
- Strong disease and pest resistance<\/li>
- Likes full sun<\/li>
- Medium-textured<\/li>
- Yellow-tinged<\/li> <\/ul>
Read our article on How to Grow and Care for Centipedegrass<\/a> if you feel like a centipedegrass lawn is the best grass choice for you.<\/p>
Grass Seed Options:
<\/strong>\u2013 <\/strong>Gulf Kist Coated Centipedegrass Seeds<\/a> (1 lb.)
\u2013 Scotts EZ Seed Patch and Repair Centipedegrass<\/a> (3.75 lbs.)
\u2013 TifBlair Centipedegrass<\/a> (5-lb. bag)<\/p>Kentucky bluegrass: For cooler north Mississippi<\/span><\/h2>
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Joshua Boman<\/a> | Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure> With the right care<\/a>, the cool-season Kentucky bluegrass produces a dense, beautiful turf. Some of its traits, like shade tolerance and drought resistance, vary by cultivar. Mississippi State University recommends this cold-hardy grass to people near the Tennessee border. Outside of this area, it\u2019s too warm for the grass.<\/p>
- Handles foot traffic moderately well but recovers quickly<\/li>
- Tolerates some shade but not a lot<\/li>
- High maintenance needs<\/li>
- Low drought tolerance<\/li> <\/ul>
Grass Seed Options:
<\/strong>\u2013 Jonathan Green (11970) Blue Panther Kentucky Bluegrass Grass Seed<\/a> (3 lbs.)
\u2013 SeedRanch Midnight Kentucky Bluegrass Seed<\/a> (5 lbs.)<\/p>Tall fescue: For a low-maintenance lawn<\/span><\/h2>
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Aaron J. Patton, Ph.D. | Turfgrass Extension Specialist at Purdue University<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure> Tall fescue is an adaptable cool-season grass that\u2019s easy to care for. It tolerates some heat, drought, and shade. Mississippi State University<\/a> recommends this grass to anyone north of Highway 82. Tall fescue<\/a> grows quickly. However, the grass also needs frequent mowing. Establish it for early September to mid-October and reseed it every few years to repair bare spots and thinning.<\/p>
- Does well in busy yards<\/li>
- Good shade tolerance<\/li>
- Tolerates drought well<\/li>
- Grows fast; needs frequent mowing<\/li> <\/ul>
Grass Seed Options:
<\/strong>\u2013 Triple-Play Tall Fescue Grass Seed Blend<\/a> (5000 sq ft)
\u2013 Eretz Kentucky 31 K31 Tall Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (choose your size)
\u2013 Pennington The Rebels Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix<\/a> (7 lb.)<\/p>Trust the pros<\/span><\/h2>
Choosing the right grass for your lawn can be challenging, but we can help. Get in touch with one of our lawn care professionals<\/a>, and we\u2019ll guide you in finding the right grass for your lawn.<\/p>
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<\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\tSelecting and Managing Turfgrass for Shade | Mississippi State University Extension Service<\/a><\/p> <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>
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- Zoysiagrass: Best grass for heavy foot traffic<\/a><\/li>