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Seashore Paspalum (Paspalum vaginatum), Grass
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Seashore Paspalum

Paspalum vaginatum

Traits

FL FriendlyZone 9a Hardy

Varieties We Bring In

StandardPaspalum vaginatum
Sizes & Pricing
1 galFrom$9.95

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.

LightFull Sun
WaterLow to Moderate
Mature size0.5-2 feet × 2-4 feet
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Pet toxicity: not on file, check before planting where pets chew

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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.

Plant details

Bloom Season
Summer
Flower Color
Non-flowering
Growth Rate
Fast
Foliage
Evergreen
Soil
Sandy, Loam, Wet, Well-drained

Best planting months

Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL

Recommended months: March, April, May.

January, other month
February, other month
March, good window
April, good window
May, good window
June, other month
July, other month
August, other month
September, other month
October, other month
November, other month, this month
December, other month
This monthGood windowOther months

Seasonal care

Good planting window.

Care essentials

Light

Plant seashore paspalum in full sun; it requires at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily and performs poorly in shade.

Water

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.

Soil & Fertilizer

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.

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Common questions

Is Seashore Paspalum a good plant for St. Augustine?

Seashore Paspalum is a grass. Mature size: 0.5-2 feet × 2-4 feet. Light: Full Sun. Water needs: Low to Moderate. Seashore Paspalum is native to Florida. Recorded hardiness zone: 9a.

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.