{"id":33029,"date":"2025-03-18T18:15:59","date_gmt":"2025-03-18T18:15:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/?p=33029"},"modified":"2026-10-06T01:16:27","modified_gmt":"2026-10-06T01:16:27","slug":"best-grass-seed-florida","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-grass-seed-florida\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Grasses for Florida Lawns"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2022 <strong>St. Augustinegrass leads statewide:<\/strong> It\u2019s the most widely planted lawn grass in Florida and the top warm-season pick for shade and salt.<br>\u2022 <strong>Your region narrows the list:<\/strong> South Florida favors St. Augustinegrass, Bermudagrass, and Zoysiagrass, while bahiagrass and centipedegrass work best inland in Central and North Florida.<br>\u2022 <strong>Bahiagrass is the low-input choice:<\/strong> It handles sandy soil and drought with little water or fertilizer, but it won\u2019t form a dense, manicured lawn.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best grass for Florida lawns is St. Augustinegrass for most homes, followed by Zoysiagrass, Bermudagrass, bahiagrass, centipedegrass, and seashore paspalum. All 6 handle Florida\u2019s heat, humidity, and sandy, salty soil.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The right pick depends on where you live, how much shade you have, and how much upkeep you want. We compare each Florida grass type by region, maintenance needs, pests, and pros and cons to help you choose with confidence.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once your new lawn fills in, LawnLove\u2019s local <a href=\"https:\/\/signup-web.lawnlove.com\/cart\/contact-info?intent=mowing\">lawn mowing pros<\/a> can keep it cut at the right height for your grass type all season long.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-2e8a9a27-a77b-4485-947a-c97b4dc42650\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\">In this article:<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-grass-seed-florida\/#0-florida-grass-types-at-a-glance\" style=\"\">Florida grass types at a glance<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-grass-seed-florida\/#1-best-grass-types-for-florida-lawns\" style=\"\">Best grass types for Florida lawns<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-grass-seed-florida\/#8-how-to-choose-the-right-grass-for-your-florida-lawn\" style=\"\">How to choose the right grass for your Florida lawn<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-grass-seed-florida\/#9-best-grass-for-each-florida-region\" style=\"\">Best grass for each Florida region<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-grass-seed-florida\/#13-best-grass-seed-for-a-winter-lawn\" style=\"\">Best grass seed for a winter lawn<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-grass-seed-florida\/#14-faqs\" style=\"\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 id=\"0-florida-grass-types-at-a-glance\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"florida-grass-types-at-a-glance\">Florida grass types at a glance<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">St. Augustinegrass is the best all-around grass for Florida lawns, especially for yards with some shade or a coastal location. Each of the 6 main Florida grasses has a different strength, so compare them before you buy seed, sod, or plugs.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Grass type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Best for<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Main drawback<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>St. Augustinegrass<\/td><td>Shade, salt, and a lush look<\/td><td>Chinch bugs and no seed option<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Zoysiagrass<\/td><td>Soft, dense turf that handles foot traffic<\/td><td>Slow to establish<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bermudagrass<\/td><td>Full sun, heavy traffic, and fast recovery<\/td><td>Poor shade tolerance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bahiagrass<\/td><td>Sandy soil, drought, and low inputs<\/td><td>Open growth invites weeds<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Centipedegrass<\/td><td>Low fertilizer and mowing needs<\/td><td>Low salt and traffic tolerance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Seashore paspalum<\/td><td>Coastal lawns with salty soil or water<\/td><td>Few herbicide options<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h2 id=\"1-best-grass-types-for-florida-lawns\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"best-grass-types-for-florida-lawns\">Best grass types for Florida lawns<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These 6 warm-season grasses are the most common choices for Florida yards. Each one trades off shade tolerance, salt tolerance, and upkeep in a different way.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"2-st-augustinegrass\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"st-augustinegrass\">St. Augustinegrass<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/st-augustinegrass-south-florida-1.jpg\" alt=\"St. Augustinegrass\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">St. Augustinegrass Photo Credit: St. Augustinegrass lawn in South Florida. Michelle Selzer | Lawn Love<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Native to the Gulf of Mexico coast, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu\/lawns\/turf-types\/st-augustinegrass\/\">St. Augustinegrass<\/a> is the most widely planted Florida lawn grass. It creates a dense, blue-green, coarse-textured lawn that establishes quickly from sod or plugs.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This heat-loving grass prefers mild winters and slows down in cool weather. It grows quickly but doesn\u2019t tend to invade flower beds or gardens.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p>Good shade tolerance, the best among warm-season grasses<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>High salt tolerance<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Fast growth rate<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Available as sod, sprigs, or plugs<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Coarse, wide blades that form a thick turf<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Crowds out most weeds<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p>Low cold tolerance<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Susceptible to chinch bugs and fungal diseases<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Not available as seed<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Susceptible to thatch, especially if over-fertilized or overwatered<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>St. Augustinegrass cultivars for Florida:<\/strong> Floratam, Palmetto, and BitterBlue<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grass plug options:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Ranch-Augustine-Seville-Grass-Plugs\/dp\/B083QQDN98?crid=37538TQ0W53V9&amp;keywords=st.+augustine+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679585937&amp;sprefix=st.+augustin%2Caps%2C128&amp;sr=8-8&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=8988de45a097758347715c51cbfdea68&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Seed Ranch St. Augustine Seville Grass Plugs<\/a> (2 Trays)<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Ranch-Augustine-Floratam-Grass-Plugs\/dp\/B083QPTHX3?crid=37538TQ0W53V9&amp;keywords=st.+augustine+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679585937&amp;sprefix=st.+augustin%2Caps%2C128&amp;sr=8-15&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=c73769970fb4f756f9f955e94371556f&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Seed Ranch St. Augustine Floratam Grass Plugs<\/a> (2 Trays)<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 id=\"3-zoysiagrass\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"zoysiagrass\">Zoysiagrass<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/zoysiagrass.jpg\" alt=\"Zoysiagrass\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Zoysiagrass Photo Credit: <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Starr_070906-8518_Zoysia_sp..jpg\">Forest and Kim Starr<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/3.0\">CC BY 3.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Native to eastern Asia, Zoysiagrass is a fine-bladed, dense, emerald turf used on home lawns, commercial properties, golf courses, and athletic fields.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s a slow-growing grass, which makes it low-maintenance and unlikely to invade gardens and flower beds. The trade-off is that it takes longer to establish.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p>Soft to walk on<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Crowds out most weeds on its own<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Tolerates light shade<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Good salt tolerance<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Available in fine-bladed and wide-bladed varieties<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Good traffic tolerance<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Cold-tolerant<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Drought-tolerant (may go brown but will survive)<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p>Slow grower<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Slow to establish from plugs or seed, so we recommend sod<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Goes brown during a drought<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Slow to recover from damage<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Seed is not recommended, so establishment can be costly<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Thatch can be a problem, especially with too much nitrogen<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Zoysiagrass cultivars for Florida:<\/strong> Empire, El Toro, and Zeon<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grass plug and seed options:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Zoysia-Plug-Tray-EZPlug-Plugs\/dp\/B00NMNU098?keywords=zoysia+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679588146&amp;sr=8-33&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=3cea0cb84b27ed85e903301403475ecd&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Zoysia Plugs (50 Large Grass Plugs)<\/a><\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Zoysia-Plugs-Grass-Mature-Individually\/dp\/B08FJD3DTT?keywords=zoysia+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679588146&amp;sr=8-6&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=8bf902906af7fd2fa8a09eda4186ac36&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Zoysia Plugs (50 Full and Lush Grass Plugs)<\/a><\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Zoysia-Plugs-Grass-Mature-Individually\/dp\/B08FJC3J1F?crid=1HCXNJK2F4Q38&amp;keywords=zoysia%2Bgrass%2Bplugs&amp;qid=1679589246&amp;sprefix=zoysia%2Bgrass%2Bplugs%2Caps%2C129&amp;sr=8-7&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.d977788f-1483-4f76-90a3-786e4cdc8f10&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=0d0f99254ab713d7fa3fb1fb77d110d0&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Zoysia Plugs (100 Plugs)<\/a><\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Zenith-Zoysia-grass-seeds-1\/dp\/B076B3GXL4?keywords=zoysia+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679588146&amp;sr=8-8&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=78dd156bb702c934bc8d2f2693f5d22a&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Zenith Zoysiagrass Seed<\/a> (1\/8 lb. of seeds)<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 id=\"4-bermudagrass\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"bermudagrass\">Bermudagrass<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/512px-Starr-180421-0007-Cynodon_dactylon-habit-Honolua_Lipoa_Point-Maui_43410168462-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bermudagrass\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bermudagrass Photo Credit: <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Starr-180421-0007-Cynodon_dactylon-habit-Honolua_Lipoa_Point-Maui_(43410168462).jpg\">Forest and Kim Starr<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/3.0\/us\/deed.en\">CC BY 3.0 US<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bermudagrass is a fine-textured, medium- to dark-green, densely growing grass that thrives throughout Florida. It\u2019s common on residential and commercial lawns as well as golf courses and athletic fields.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because it grows quickly, Bermudagrass rarely sprouts weeds, and weeds usually signal a turf problem. However, that aggressive growth means it can invade gardens and flower beds.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p>High foot traffic tolerance<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Recovers from damage quickly<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Deep roots<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Drought-resistant<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Grows quickly<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Low to moderate water needs<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Improved common Bermudagrass feels soft underfoot<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Good salt tolerance<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Dense turf<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p>Low shade tolerance<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Low cold tolerance<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Can spread aggressively into gardens, flower beds, or other lawns<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Needs frequent mowing<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Low insect tolerance<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Tends to develop thatch<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bermudagrass cultivars for Florida:<\/strong> Celebration, Tifway 419, and Latitude 36<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grass seed options:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Scotts-18012A-Turf-Builder-Grass\/dp\/B01NALORRH?content-id=amzn1.sym.eba7bd4e-dedb-4570-b09b-0e101a3c98a8%3Aamzn1.sym.eba7bd4e-dedb-4570-b09b-0e101a3c98a8&amp;crid=3G2QPIAKTWYAD&amp;cv_ct_cx=bermudagrass+seed&amp;keywords=bermudagrass+seed&amp;pd_rd_i=B01NALORRH&amp;pd_rd_r=6fa82460-4f9e-404e-9c2e-317cfb206273&amp;pd_rd_w=v7QOt&amp;pd_rd_wg=k8N6Z&amp;pf_rd_p=eba7bd4e-dedb-4570-b09b-0e101a3c98a8&amp;pf_rd_r=KGEKXV5M2HGJ2JSSXN1G&amp;qid=1679580048&amp;sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&amp;sprefix=bermudagrass+seed%2Caps%2C130&amp;sr=1-4-492482ea-2ad3-4cfe-9d1a-0efc7c5c9374-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzR01SVVJVREtSQzVWJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwODM4MTU5QTBEUDNUSlM2S1VQJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAyMzI1NjExMzhTMUUySFg4UjFGJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3Bfc2VhcmNoX3RoZW1hdGljJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ%3D%3D&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=506b9f8167087bf43fc92dd4db9c449e&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Scotts Turf Builder Bermudagrass<\/a> (10-lb. bag)<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Hancocks-Highlander-Bermuda-Grass-Seed\/dp\/B0924T7MYB?crid=3G2QPIAKTWYAD&amp;keywords=bermudagrass+seed&amp;qid=1679580048&amp;sprefix=bermudagrass+seed%2Caps%2C130&amp;sr=8-10&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.5137e923-c7be-4142-979c-7c68b6c26f63&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=1d588a074241278a07bf057c707ba2da&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Hancock Seed Co. Bermudagrass<\/a> (50-lb. bag)<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 id=\"5-bahiagrass\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"bahiagrass\">Bahiagrass<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/24854989872_453b8a1dc0_c-1.jpg\" alt=\"Bahiagrass\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bahiagrass Photo Credit: <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/starr-environmental\/24854989872\">Forest and Kim Starr<\/a> | Flickr | <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bahiagrass is a coarse-textured, light-green grass introduced to the U.S. from Brazil in 1914. Its deep, extensive root system makes it one of the best <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-grass-for-sandy-soil\/\">grasses for sandy soil<\/a>.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bahiagrass isn\u2019t a picturesque turfgrass, though. Its open, sparse growth habit leaves room for weeds, so it\u2019s most often used on large lawns and lawns without an irrigation system.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Florida, actively growing <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu\/lawns\/turf-types\/bahiagrass\/\">bahiagrass<\/a> needs frequent mowing every 7 to 14 days to a height of 3 to 4 inches. Its tough seed stalks also call for a sharp mower blade.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p>Low water and fertilizer requirements<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Low-maintenance<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Deep roots<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Does well in infertile and sandy soils<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Ideal for large lawns that need a low-maintenance ground cover<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Few insect and disease problems<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Thatch is not generally a concern<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Establishes from seed or sod<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p>Doesn\u2019t produce a dense carpet of grass<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Seed stems dull mower blades quickly<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Seed heads can be an eyesore if not mowed regularly<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Only a few varieties are available for home lawns<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Lack of density (an \u201copen growth habit\u201d) may leave space for weeds to grow<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bahiagrass cultivars for Florida:<\/strong> Pensacola, Paraguay 22, and Argentine<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grass seed options:<\/strong><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pensacola bahiagrass:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Hancocks-Pensacola-Bahia-Grass-Seed\/dp\/B091MYB5VZ?th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=3ee58996d32a09ca669eda6ecc2a8b3f&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Hancock Seed Co. Pensacola Bahiagrass Seed<\/a> (5-lb. bag)<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/SeedRanch-Pensacola-Bahia-Grass-Seed\/dp\/B01NAC0PS1?keywords=bahia+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679578319&amp;sr=8-8&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.d977788f-1483-4f76-90a3-786e4cdc8f10&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=069625dc7607aa85b6ce75b4ccf5e34a&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">SeedRanch Pensacola Bahiagrass Seed<\/a> (10-lb. bag)<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Argentine bahiagrass:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Scotts-Builder-Grass-Argentine-Bahiagrass\/dp\/B01N0TGJTX?keywords=bahia+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679578319&amp;sr=8-5&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=4e425c6947bfd38d0d7841c7bd427041&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Scotts Turf Builder Argentine Bahiagrass<\/a> (10-lb. bag)<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Hancock-Argentine-Maintenance-Requirement-Seed\/dp\/B091RKSFYX?crid=131TIJX4WK5AH&amp;keywords=argentine+bahia+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679579466&amp;sprefix=argentine+bahiagrass+seed%2Caps%2C119&amp;sr=8-6&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.d977788f-1483-4f76-90a3-786e4cdc8f10&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=ec72ef806ccd6bca9b50d6d0fc32132c&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Hancock Seed Co. Argentine Bahiagrass Seed Mix<\/a> (25-lb. bag)<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bahiagrass-guide\/\">bahiagrass guide<\/a>.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"6-centipedegrass\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"centipedegrass\">Centipedegrass<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/centipedegrass.jpg\" alt=\"Centipedegrass\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Centipedegrass Photo Credit: <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:University_of_Georgia,_Research_and_Education_Garden_grass_1.JPG\">Michael Rivera<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\">CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Introduced to the U.S. from Southeast Asia in 1916, centipedegrass is an apple-green, medium-textured, smooth, slow-growing turfgrass. It\u2019s common in Central and North Florida, particularly the Panhandle.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s nicknamed \u201cthe lazy man\u2019s grass\u201d because of its low fertilizer and mowing needs. Its low salt tolerance makes it a poor fit for beachside lawns.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p>Low mowing frequency<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Low fertilizer requirements<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Tolerates infertile soils<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Grows from seed, sod, plugs, or sprigs<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Dense, stoloniferous growth habit crowds out weeds<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Won\u2019t invade flower beds or gardens<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p>Fewer options for chemical weed control<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Accumulates thatch<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Susceptible to insects, particularly nematodes and ground pearls<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Low foot traffic tolerance<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Centipedegrass cultivars for Florida:<\/strong> Tennessee Hardy, Common, and Oaklawn<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grass seed options:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Centipede-Seed-Southeast-Fertilizer-Maintenance\/dp\/B079V562HS?crid=1CZAGQ4V7ECMN&amp;keywords=centipede+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679582498&amp;sprefix=centipede+grass%2Caps%2C143&amp;sr=8-6&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=d1c40354cd0d64a8f56c86a7298dc11c&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Gulf Kist Coated Centipedegrass Seeds<\/a> (1 lb.)<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Scotts-17541-Repair-Centipede-Lawns\/dp\/B01MQYMWGT?crid=1CZAGQ4V7ECMN&amp;keywords=centipede+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679582498&amp;sprefix=centipede+grass%2Caps%2C143&amp;sr=8-7&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=e0040fcd80c776115844cf81ab8355e6&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">Scotts EZ Seed Patch and Repair Centipedegrass<\/a> (3.75 lbs.)<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/TifBlair-Centipede-Grass-Seed-Direct\/dp\/B007RQYB14?crid=1CZAGQ4V7ECMN&amp;keywords=centipede+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679582498&amp;sprefix=centipede+grass%2Caps%2C143&amp;sr=8-8&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.d977788f-1483-4f76-90a3-786e4cdc8f10&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnlove-20&amp;linkId=2f377324a53e35134d98d159862f1ba5&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\">TifBlair Centipedegrass<\/a> (5-lb. bag)<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/centipedegrass-guide\/\">centipedegrass guide<\/a>.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"7-seashore-paspalum\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"seashore-paspalum\">Seashore paspalum<\/span><\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/8252825349_b51a666dce_c-1.jpg\" alt=\"Seashore paspalum\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Seashore paspalum Photo Credit: <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/macleaygrassman\/8252825349\">Harry Rose<\/a> | Flickr | <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Native to the Americas, seashore paspalum is common on coastal Florida lawns and golf courses. It\u2019s blue-green with fine-textured leaves and forms a dense, low-growing turf similar to Bermudagrass.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some cultivars are salt-tolerant enough to handle brackish irrigation water, which makes this grass a strong pick for waterfront homes.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pros:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p>Excellent salt tolerance<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Excellent wear tolerance<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Low water needs<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Low fertility needs<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Few insect or disease problems<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Tolerates a wide pH range<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Dense growth habit discourages weeds<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Dense root system<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cons:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p>Poor shade tolerance<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Needs frequent mowing<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Few herbicide options for weed control<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Requires dethatching, especially when over-fertilized and overwatered<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Seashore paspalum cultivars for Florida:<\/strong> SeaIsle 1, Platinum TE, Salam, and Supreme<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grass seed and sod options:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seedranch.com\/SeaShore-Paspalum-Grass-Seed-Coated-1-Lb-p\/seashore-paspalum-coat-1.htm\">Seed Ranch SeaShore Paspalum Coated Grass Seed<\/a> (1 lb.)<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.seedworldusa.com\/products\/seashore-paspalum\">Seed World SeaShore Paspalum Grass Seeds<\/a> (various amounts)<\/p><\/li>    <li><p>Other places to purchase <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/gapaspalum.com\/where-to-buy\/\">seashore paspalum sod<\/a><\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/st-augustinegrass-guide\/\">St. Augustinegrass: How to Grow and Care for It<\/a><\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/zoysiagrass-guide\/\">Zoysiagrass: How to Grow and Care for It<\/a><\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/bermudagrass-guide\/\">Bermudagrass: How to Grow and Care for It<\/a><\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 id=\"8-how-to-choose-the-right-grass-for-your-florida-lawn\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"how-to-choose-the-right-grass-for-your-florida-lawn\">How to choose the right grass for your Florida lawn<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choose a Florida grass by matching it to your region, sun exposure, soil, salt exposure, and the upkeep you\u2019re willing to handle. Florida spans U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.ifas.ufl.edu\/pascoco\/2024\/12\/04\/understanding-usda-plant-hardiness-zones\/\">hardiness zones<\/a> 8 through 11, so a grass that thrives in Pensacola may struggle in Miami.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key factors to weigh:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><strong>Sun and shade:<\/strong> St. Augustinegrass and Zoysiagrass handle some shade, while Bermudagrass and seashore paspalum need full sun.<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><strong>Salt exposure:<\/strong> Seashore paspalum, St. Augustinegrass, Zoysiagrass, and Bermudagrass tolerate salt, but centipedegrass doesn\u2019t.<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><strong>Foot traffic:<\/strong> Bermudagrass and Zoysiagrass hold up best to kids, pets, and backyard games.<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><strong>Irrigation:<\/strong> Bahiagrass survives without an irrigation system, while St. Augustinegrass needs extra water during droughts.<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><strong>Upkeep:<\/strong> Centipedegrass and bahiagrass need the least fertilizer, while Bermudagrass needs frequent mowing.<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Timing matters too. South Florida turf grows year-round, while North and Central Florida lawns grow from about March through October, which shapes your <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu\/lawns\/maintenance-and-care\/fertilizing-the-lawn\/\">Florida lawn fertilizing<\/a> schedule.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">John Sorochan, Ph.D., a distinguished professor of turfgrass science at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville, Tennessee, notes that warm-season grasses \u201cneed about 100 days of warm weather to germinate, establish, and mature.\u201d<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-right-grass-for-lawn\/\">How to Choose the Right Grass for Your Lawn<\/a><\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/florida-planting-zones\/\">What Planting Zones Are in Florida?<\/a><\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 id=\"9-best-grass-for-each-florida-region\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"best-grass-for-each-florida-region\">Best grass for each Florida region<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best grass for your Florida lawn changes from south to north as winters get cooler and soils change. Use these regional picks as a starting point.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"10-best-grass-seed-for-south-florida\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"best-grass-seed-for-south-florida\">Best grass seed for South Florida<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>St. Augustinegrass, Bermudagrass, and Zoysiagrass are the best grasses for South Florida<\/strong>, including Miami, West Palm Beach, and Fort Myers. They thrive in the heat and humidity while also tolerating salty soil and occasional flooding.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bahiagrass is another good option if you live inland, and seashore paspalum is a solid coastal choice.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"11-best-grass-seed-for-central-florida\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"best-grass-seed-for-central-florida\">Best grass seed for Central Florida<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>St. Augustinegrass and bahiagrass are the best grasses for Central Florida<\/strong>, including Tampa, Orlando, and Daytona Beach. St. Augustinegrass is high-maintenance but more attractive. Bahiagrass is low-maintenance and hardier but not as picture-perfect as other grass types.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zoysiagrass also works, but it grows slowly. Centipedegrass is another low-maintenance option if you live inland, since its salt tolerance is low. Seashore paspalum suits coastal lawns.<\/p>    <h3 id=\"12-best-grass-seed-for-north-florida\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"best-grass-seed-for-north-florida\">Best grass seed for North Florida<\/span><\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>St. Augustinegrass, Bermudagrass, and Zoysiagrass are the best grasses for North Florida<\/strong>, including Pensacola, Tallahassee, and Jacksonville. All 3 suit the soil and climate. Homeowners often choose St. Augustinegrass for its looks, Bermudagrass for its hardiness, and Zoysiagrass for its low maintenance.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bahiagrass is worth a look because it\u2019s the most drought-tolerant. Centipedegrass is also common in North Florida, particularly in the inland Panhandle, because it adapts to many soils. For coastal homes, consider seashore paspalum.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-grass-types-tampa\/\">7 Best Grass Types for Tampa<\/a><\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-grass-types-jacksonville\/\">5 Best Grass Types for Jacksonville Lawns<\/a><\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-grass-types-pensacola\/\">6 Best Grass Types for Pensacola<\/a><\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 id=\"13-best-grass-seed-for-a-winter-lawn\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"best-grass-seed-for-a-winter-lawn\">Best grass seed for a winter lawn<\/span><\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/53187330568_bbc347e2c4_c-1.jpg\" alt=\"Perennial ryegrass\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Perennial ryegrass Photo Credit: <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/plant_diversity\/53187330568\/\">Matt Lavin<\/a> | Flickr | <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/2.0\/\">CC BY-SA 2.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Perennial ryegrass is the best grass seed for a winter lawn in Florida<\/strong>. Overseeding adds cool-season grass seed that sprouts when your summer grass goes dormant, giving you a green lawn through winter.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also try overseeding with tall fescue or Kentucky bluegrass.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>When to overseed by region:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><strong>North Florida:<\/strong> Overseed from October to November.<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><strong>Central Florida:<\/strong> Overseed from October to early December.<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><strong>South Florida:<\/strong> Overseeding isn\u2019t common because temperatures don\u2019t consistently drop low enough.<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wait until daytime highs fall to the low to mid-70s before you sow ryegrass, a key step in <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu\/lawns\/maintenance-and-care\/your-florida-lawn-in-winter\/\">Florida winter lawn<\/a> care.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019d rather not spread seed yourself, LawnLove\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/signup-web.lawnlove.com\/cart\/contact-info?intent=aerationOverseedingPackage\">overseeding service<\/a> pairs core aeration with new seed for better seed-to-soil contact.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read more:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/what-is-overseeding\/\">What Is Overseeding?<\/a><\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/perennial-ryegrass-guide\/\">Perennial Ryegrass: How to Grow and Care for It<\/a><\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 id=\"14-faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"faqs\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-17912388655954791\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the best grass seed for shade in Florida?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">St. Augustinegrass is the best Florida grass for shady lawns, particularly the Palmetto cultivar. It handles more shade than other warm-season Florida grasses, though it still needs a few hours of filtered sun each day to stay thick.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-179123886559699\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the best low-maintenance grass for Florida?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Zoysiagrass is the best low-maintenance grass for Florida once it\u2019s established from sod. Centipedegrass and bahiagrass are also excellent low-maintenance choices because they need little fertilizer and tolerate poor, sandy soil.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-17912388656082635\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the best grass for dogs in Florida?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Bermudagrass is the best Florida grass for dogs. It withstands the wear and tear of running paws and recovers from dog urine damage faster than many other grasses, thanks to its quick growth.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-17912388656084630\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">When is the best time to plant grass in Florida?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Spring through early summer is the best time to plant warm-season grass in Florida, since new sod, seed, or plugs need warm weather to root in before growth slows. Avoid planting late in fall, especially in North Florida.<br><br><strong>Read more:<\/strong><br>\u2022 <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/tips-for-growing-grass-in-shady-areas\/\">Tips for Growing Grass in Shady Areas<\/a><br>\u2022 <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/low-maintenance-grasses\/\">Low-Maintenance Grasses and Grass Alternatives<\/a><br>\u2022 <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-grasses-for-dogs\/\">6 Best Grasses for Dogs<\/a><\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 id=\"15-can-i-plant-my-own-lawn-or-hire-a-professional\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"can-i-plant-my-own-lawn-or-hire-a-professional\">Can I plant my own lawn or hire a professional?<\/span><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can plant your own lawn, but prepping soil, laying sod or seed, and watering daily until roots take hold is a lot of work. Finding a lawn company that\u2019s reliable, affordable, and trustworthy can feel just as daunting.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s where LawnLove can help. LawnLove has researched and vetted <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/florida\">local lawn care pros<\/a> across Florida and will connect you with the right pro for you, your lawn, and your wallet. Enjoy the sun and your new lawn without breaking a sweat or the bank.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>LawnLove participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program. LawnLove may earn revenue from products promoted in this article.<\/em><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Main Photo Credit: Summerlin House in St. Lucie Village, Florida. <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Summerlin_House_(St._Lucie_Village,_Florida).jpg\">Tamanoeconomico<\/a> | Wikimedia Commons | <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\">CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The best grass for Florida is St. Augustinegrass for most yards. 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