Science · Turfgrasses
Bahiagrass
Tough, relatively coarse grass for low-input sunny sites.
Paspalum notatum · Warm-season pasture and utility grass
Profile
- Growth
- Short rhizomes and conspicuous seedheads
- Acidity
- Often performs on acidic, infertile sandy soils
- Mowing
- Frequent seedheads can make fine mowing difficult
- Traffic
- Not a fine, dense putting-surface grass
Water & soil targets
- Moisture (VWC)
- Site-calibrated; measure field capacity and dry-down
- Salinity tolerance
- Low to moderate
- Drought tolerance
- Good once rooted
Optimal root measurement depth
3–6 in
Warm-season turf roots concentrate here at fairway and sports heights of cut. Typical guidance; confirm with a soil probe on site.
Calibrate sensors in the actual root zone; account for mowing, rooting depth, seasonal growth and drainage before adjusting irrigation.
Problems to watch
- Mole crickets
- Iron deficiency at high pH
- Seedhead interference
Stress signs
- Yellow young leaves
- Thinning under shade
- Uneven seedhead height
Where you'll find it
- Roadside stabilization
- Low-input lawns
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