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Zenith® Zoysiagrass
Zoysia grass is a warm season grass that is common in the southern region of the United States. In the northern areas of the U.S., its growing season is much shorter than bluegrass or fescue, but it still found a place in some yards because its dense carpet prevented most weed growth, and its aggressive growth pattern, although slow, let it spread and take over undesirable weeds and grasses. Due to its thick canopy, Zenith® does require a high amount of mowing.
Zenith® zoysia grass uses less water than bluegrass or fescue and in general requires less maintenance. Since turf-type buffalograss was developed, the use of zoysia in the north has declined but there is still a demand for it, mainly for repairing older zoysia lawns. Zenith® is also an improved variety with excellent color and exhibits good cold tolerance.
Most shipping is done on Mondays and Tuesdays to try to prevent plugs from sitting in a warehouse or on a truck over the weekend. Since we ship from the middle of the US, we are able to reach both coasts by Friday.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Description | Zenith zoysia grass uses less water than bluegrass or fescue and in general requires less maintenance. |
| Advantages | Very Thick Canopy |
| Planting Zones | 5 - 10 |
| Mowing Height | 4" - 8" Tall" |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun |
| Traffic Tolerance | High |
| Drought Tolerance | Moderate |
| Soil Type | Clay Soil; Sandy Soil; Average Soil" |
| Mowing | High |
| Plug Size | 1 1/2" square x 2" deep" |
| Tray Size | 70 cell |
| Spacing | 6" to 12" apart" |
Zoysia Planting Dates
Use the following chart to identify your estimated planting dates for your zone. To find out which zone you are located in, you can visit the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map.
Estimated Planting Dates by Zone
Zone 11: February 15 through November 15
Zone 10: February 15 through November 1
Zone 9: March 10 through October 15
Zone 8: March 15 through October 15
Zone 7: April 1 through October 1
Zone 6: April 20 through September 15
Zone 5: May 1 through September 10
Zone 4: May 1 through September 1
Zone 3: May 10 through August 20
Zone 2: May 20 through August 1