Take standard St. Augustine grass, soften the texture, turn the color spectrum to blue-green and you have Bitter Blue. This fine-bladed variety of turf grass was developed to dazzle. It is prized for a number of reasons, including:
- Durability – This variety does not seem to mind the salt. It does well in dry conditions and does not mind shade.
- Appearance – For those looking to keep a consistently beautiful lawn, Bitter Blue is a wonderful choice. It maintains its color nicely. Do not worry about posting “Keep off the grass” signs in order to keep the lawn perfect – it recovers quickly from wear and tear. Treat it nicely, and unsightly weeds won’t dare make an appearance.
- Low Maintenance Needs – No one is going to call Bitter Blue a water guzzler. Little fertilizer is needed for optimum results, but it is necessary. After all, there’s no such thing as a “super grass.” Though Bitter Blue does present a number of optimal attributes, it must be maintained correctly. That means regular treatment against chinch bugs and other pesky Florida insects.
- Bitter Blue will tolerate shade.