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Growing grass in the shade: Tips for Success

St. Augustine in the sperry lawn thins due to shade

Having trouble growing grass in a shady area? Follow these tips for the best chance at success. Start with a shade-tolerant variety: St. Augustinegrass (‘Palmetto’ or ‘Seville’), Zoysiagrass (‘Emerald’ or ‘Zeon’) and certain types of Centipedegrass are your best bet. Prune or trim trees and shrubs: Even shade tolerant grasses need a minimum of 4 […]