Seashore Paspalum
Paspalum vaginatum
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Varieties We Bring In
Last received Mar 9, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Seashore Paspalum
Seashore Paspalum is a warm-season turfgrass native to tropical and subtropical coastlines worldwide, prized for its exceptional salt and drought tolerance. It forms a dense, fine-textured lawn and is widely used on golf courses, athletic fields, and coastal landscapes. Starting at $9.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Flower Color
- Non-flowering
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Wet, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Growth slows as temperatures cool.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Plant seashore paspalum in full sun; it requires at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily and performs poorly in shade.
Once established, seashore paspalum is drought-tolerant and needs only infrequent watering; it is notably salt-tolerant and can use brackish irrigation water. Avoid overwatering to prevent thatch buildup and disease.
Grows in sandy or loamy soils with good drainage; tolerates wet or saline conditions better than any other warm-season turfgrass. Fertilize with a balanced turf fertilizer in spring and summer; manage thatch annually to maintain a healthy stand.
Similar needs
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Seashore Dropseed
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Common questions
Is Seashore Paspalum a good plant for St. Augustine?
Seashore Paspalum is a grass for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 0.5-2 feet × 2-4 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed March 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.