Texas Grass Types &Sod Selection Guide

Choose the perfect grass variety for your Texas property. Our expert guide helps you select based on sunlight, soil, and climate conditions.

Find Your Perfect Grass

Why Choosing the Right Grass Type Matters

Texas has diverse climate zones and soil conditions. The right grass variety ensures a beautiful, thriving lawn that suits your specific environment.

Climate Compatibility

Different grass types thrive in different Texas climate zones - from humid coastal areas to dry western regions.

Soil Adaptation

Texas clay, sandy, and limestone soils each favor different grass varieties for optimal growth and health.

Maintenance Requirements

Choose grass that matches your desired maintenance level - from low-maintenance Buffalo to premium St. Augustine.

Professional Installation Makes the Difference

Even the perfect grass variety needs expert installation. Our professional crews ensure proper soil preparation, precise installation, and initial care for the best possible results.

Find Your Perfect Grass Type

Use our interactive selector to discover which grass varieties work best for your specific yard conditions.

Find Your Perfect Grass Type

Choose your yard's sun exposure to see the best grass options for your property

St. Augustine

4-6 hours daily

⛅ Shade OK
St. Augustine grass texture and appearance
Perfect For
Shaded areasHumid climatesResidential lawns
Key Features
  • Thick, carpet-like appearance
  • Excellent shade tolerance
  • Heat and humidity resistant
  • Self-repairing growth pattern
Drought
good
Traffic
moderate
Care
medium

Bermuda

8+ hours daily

☀️ Full Sun
Bermuda grass texture and appearance
Perfect For
Full sun areasHigh trafficSports fields
Key Features
  • Extremely durable
  • Excellent drought tolerance
  • Fast establishment
  • Dense, fine texture
Drought
excellent
Traffic
excellent
Care
medium

Zoysia

5-7 hours daily

⛅ Shade OK
Zoysia grass texture and appearance
Perfect For
Low maintenanceModerate shadeWater conservation
Key Features
  • Dense, carpet-like growth
  • Excellent drought tolerance
  • Slow establishment but long-lasting
  • Beautiful texture and color
Drought
excellent
Traffic
good
Care
low

Buffalo Grass

8+ hours daily

☀️ Full Sun
Buffalo Grass grass texture and appearance
Perfect For
Native landscapesWater conservationLow maintenance
Key Features
  • Native Texas grass
  • Extremely drought tolerant
  • Low water requirements
  • Naturally short growth
Drought
excellent
Traffic
moderate
Care
low

Need help choosing the right grass for your specific conditions?

Grass Growing Conditions Across Texas

East Texas (Houston, Beaumont)

  • • High humidity, mild winters
  • • Clay soil with drainage challenges
  • • St. Augustine and Zoysia excel
  • • Shade tolerance important under trees

Central Texas (Austin, San Antonio)

  • • Hot summers, limestone soil
  • • Moderate rainfall, drought periods
  • • Buffalo and Bermuda grass thrive
  • • Heat and drought tolerance crucial

North Texas (Dallas, Fort Worth)

  • • Extreme temperature swings
  • • Heavy black clay soil
  • • Bermuda and St. Augustine popular
  • • Cold tolerance needed for winters

West Texas (El Paso, Lubbock)

  • • Arid climate, low rainfall
  • • Sandy, alkaline soils
  • • Buffalo grass ideal for low water
  • • Extreme drought tolerance required

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