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Zoysia

Zoysia japonica, Poaceae

Zones
5–10
Layer
Ground Cover
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Ground Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Sun (acceptable)Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Low

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Jack BeanCanavalia ensiformis
Nitrogen Fixation
Monkey GrassLiriope spicata
Physical SupportWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Tall FescueFestuca arundinacea

Zoysia's dense mat formation and root competition suppresses tall fescue establishment

Kentucky BluegrassPoa pratensis

Dense zoysia growth pattern physically excludes and outcompetes Kentucky bluegrass

Bermuda GrassCynodon dactylon

Bermuda grass invasion disrupts zoysia establishment through aggressive root competition

Uses

Functions

LawnErosion Control

Common Questions

What zones does Zoysia grow in?

Zoysia grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 10.

What are good companion plants for Zoysia?

Good companions for Zoysia include Jack Bean, Monkey Grass.

Design guilds with Zoysia and see companion relationships visually.

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