Zoysia grasses make ideal lawn grasses in some situations. Originally from Southeast Asia, zoysiagrass grows well in the sandy soils of Southwest Florida.
Frequent, close mowing produces the finest results in zoysia. In shaded areas, it should be mowed at slightly higher levels. Clipping removal will also help prevent thatch accumulation.
Zoysia is considered very drought tolerant. The leaf blades of zoysia grass roll under drought conditions so it tends to conserve moisture more effectively than other species. However, it ceases growth and begins to discolor during extended dry periods.
White grubs are the major insect attacking zoysiagrass. Annual grub prevention is highly recommended to maintain the health of this grass type. Brownpatch, rust and leaf spot diseases can cause problems but the grass usually recovers with proper fungicide treatments.
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