Choosing the right sod starts with understanding the four grass types that grow well in Jacksonville's climate. Each type has multiple varieties bred for specific conditions — full sun, partial shade, drought tolerance, or heavy foot traffic.
St. Augustine
Florida's most popular lawn grass. Thick, lush blades with varieties for both full sun and shade.
Bermuda
Tough, fast-recovering grass built for heavy use. Sports fields, active yards, and full sun properties.
Zoysia
Low maintenance and drought tolerant. Dense growth crowds out weeds with less mowing and watering.
Bahia
Budget-friendly and low input. Thrives in poor soils where other grasses struggle.
Which Grass Type Is Right for Your Yard?
The best sod for your property depends on three things: how much sun your yard gets, how much maintenance you want to do, and how the lawn will be used.
- Full sun, low maintenance: Zoysia or Bermuda
- Full sun, lush appearance: St. Augustine (Floratam) or Bermuda (Celebration)
- Partial shade: St. Augustine (Palmetto or CitraBlue) or Zoysia (Zeon)
- Heavy foot traffic: Bermuda (Celebration or TifTuf)
- Budget-conscious: Bahia (Argentine or Pensacola)
- Drought tolerance: Bermuda (TifTuf) or Zoysia (Empire)
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