Turfgrass species: Tour: Common and Scientific name:

Bahiagrass - Paspalum notatum Flugge

Bahiagrass

Plant characteristics

Growth Habit rhizomatous
Texture coarse
Density low to medium
Color light to medium green

Useful identifying Characteristics

Rolled vernation, membranous ligules, truncate

Uses

It forms a wear-resistant open turf which is well suited for roadsides and other utility sites.

Other Characteristics

Varieties Pensacola
Argentine
Seeding Rate 4 to 8 lbs. per 1000 sq.ft.

Reproduction

Life cycle perennial
Propagation seed
Seeds/lb. 275,000

Adaptation

Sun/shade Sun
Soil sandy, slightly acid, infertile soils
Moisture medium to high moisture requirement
Mowing height 1 1/2 " to 2 1/2 "
Fertility low to medium

Special Problems

No special problems.