Bermuda Grass
Cynodon dactylon, Poaceae
Guild Roles
Growing Conditions
Sun
Water
Soil pH
5.5 – 8
Tolerances
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Bermuda grass allelopathy and aggressive root system suppresses Kentucky bluegrass establishment and growth
Buffalo GrassBuchloe dactyloidesBuffalo grass and Bermuda grass compete intensely as both are aggressive warm-season grasses
Tall FescueFestuca arundinaceaBermuda grass produces allelopathic compounds that inhibit cool-season grasses like tall fescue, while both compete aggressively for root space
Perennial RyegrassLolium perenneBermuda grass allelopathic effects and root competition strongly inhibit perennial ryegrass
Red FescueFestuca rubraBermuda grass suppresses red fescue through chemical inhibition and aggressive spreading
St. Augustine GrassStenotaphrum secundatumSt. Augustine grass and Bermuda grass are highly competitive warm-season grasses that aggressively compete for territory
Creeping BentgrassAgrostis stoloniferaBermuda grass allelopathy and aggressive growth suppresses creeping bentgrass
Japanese Forest GrassHakonechloa macraBermuda grass allelopathy and aggressive growth can suppress ornamental Japanese forest grass
ZoysiaZoysia japonicaBermuda grass invasion disrupts zoysia establishment through aggressive root competition
Uses
Functions
Common Questions
What zones does Bermuda Grass grow in?
Bermuda Grass grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10.
What are good companion plants for Bermuda Grass?
Good companions for Bermuda Grass include Crown Vetch.
Design guilds with Bermuda Grass and see companion relationships visually.
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