Zoysia matrella (Manila grass)

Cultivation

Grow in sandy, well-drained, preferably acid to neutral soil in full sun. Tolerates alkaline conditions and drought. Easily tolerates salinity, making this grass suitable for coastal lawns, particularly in areas with mild winters. Leaves remain green in areas with mild winters, turning brown after frosts.

Suggested uses

Sub-Tropical, Lawn, Coastal, Banks and Slopes, Meadow, Sports turf, Drought Tolerant, Between paving stones

UK hardiness

H5

USDA zones

Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10

Sunset zone

WUCOLS

North-Central Coastal = Moderate/Medium
Central Valley = Low
South Coastal = Moderate/Medium
South Inland = Moderate/Medium
High and Intermediate Desert = Moderate/Medium
Low Desert = Unknown

Foliage

Deciduous

Habit

Mat-forming

Native to

Southern Asia, Southeastern Asia, Pacific Islands, Northeastern Australia

Drought tolerant

No

Flood tolerant

Yes

Toxicity

Not toxic