Zoysia tenuifolia
Pronunciation: Zoy-see-uh ten-yoo-iff-fole-lee-uh
Family: Poaceae
Common Name: No mow grass, mascarene grass, korean velvet
Plant Type:
- grasses
- perennial
USDA Hardiness Zones:
- 30 to 20ºF ZONE 9
- 40 to 30ºF ZONE 10
- 50 to 40ºF ZONE 11
Sun Exposure:
- part sun
- full sun
Soil Type: See notes
Plant Perks:
- Drought Tolerant
Pests and Diseases: Nematodes
Propagation: Clones
Notes for Identification: Asian perennial grass that is green from spring through autumn, it turns brown after first frost. It has deep root systems and is drought-resistant. Mow at 1/2 to 1". Needs occasional water and fertilizer. Thin out every 2 or 3 years. Data source: the american horticultural society a to z encyclopedia of garden plants
USDA Heat Zones (days above 86ºF):
- 120 to 150 days ZONE 9
- 150 to 180 days ZONE 10
- 180 to 210 days ZONE 11
- Greater then 210 ZONE 12
Submitted by: Pectiwiccan
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Seed Label: 0
Located in: Grasses