Centipede grass: mowing height, shade and drought tolerance
How short to mow Centipede grass, and how well it handles shade, drought and wear, from NC State Extension's lawn grass table.
| Grass | Mowing height | Shade tolerance | Drought tolerance | Wear tolerance | Grows from seed | Preferred season | Establishment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centipede grass | 1–1.5 inches | Good | Good | Very poor | Yes | Spring–Summer | Slow |
Common questions
- How short should you mow Centipede grass?
- 1–1.5 inches.
- How well does Centipede grass tolerate shade?
- Good.
- How drought tolerant is Centipede grass?
- Good.
- How well does Centipede grass handle wear?
- Very poor.
- Can Centipede grass be grown from seed?
- Yes.
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