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How do I identify Zoysia grass?
Look for shaded areas in the landscape. Zoysia tolerates light to medium shade, whereas Bermuda grass grows well only in full sun. If the grass is sparse and spindly under tree canopies or in other shaded areas, the lawn is Bermuda grass. If the grass is full and thick, it’s zoysia.
What are the different types of Zoysia grass?
Zoysia tenuifolia
Manila grass
Lawngrass/Lower classifications
Varieties. There are three principal species of zoysiagrass used for turf: Zoysia japonica, Zoysia matrella, and Zoysia tenuifolia. These species are differentiated by texture, cold tolerance and aggressiveness. Zoysia japonica, often called Korean or Japanese lawngrass, was introduced into the U.S. in 1895.
What is the difference between Empire Zoysia and Palisades Zoysia?
We’re looking at getting some of the thinner bladed Zoysia grass, but Palisades is the thicker bladed Zoysia. In low wear areas, Empire Zoysia will tolerate up to 50% shade, while in moderate to high wear areas it can tolerate up to 30% shade. Zoysia is far more heat tolerant than other grasses.
What is the difference between Emerald Zoysia and Empire Zoysia?
Empire zoysia has broaderleaves, is more aggressive than Meyer or El Toro and is available through licensed growers only. Empress zoysia is finer bladed than Meyer but not as fine as Emerald Zoysia, is suited for use in home lawns, golf courses, parks and sports fields and is available through licensed growers.
What do you need to know about Zoysia grass?
Zoysia grass is known for its ability to stand up to heat, drought, heavy foot traffic and a variety of other challenges. In its optimal growing zones, this tough grass can deliver a beautiful, dense lawn with very little input from you. Whether Zoysia is right for you depends on where you live, your lawn care goals, and how you use your lawn.
When does Zoysia go dormant in Bermuda grass?
If you’re comparing two lawns side-by-side, it’s useful to know that zoysia goes dormant later in the fall than does Bermuda grass. Both grasses green up at the same time in the spring. Look for hairs on the surface of the grass, particularly close to where the grass blade emerges from the stalk.
When to aerate and dethatch a Zoysia lawn?
Aeration and dethatching, done in fall on cool-season lawns, should be done in early spring for Zoysia lawns. This timing allows the grass to recover during peak growth. Zoysia lawns typically need 1 inch of rainfall or irrigation per week.
Can a brown patch damage Zoysia Empire grass?
Similar to other Zoysia grass types, brown patch can damage Empire grass. Zoysia grass does require regular maintenance to stay healthy and pest-free. Between three and five applications of lawn amendments during the growing season will help promote growth and maintain good coverage.