Grass
Seashore Paspalum
Paspalum vaginatum
Traits
Varieties We Carry
StandardPaspalum vaginatum
Sizes & Pricing
1 galFrom$9.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 9.
LightFull Sun
WaterLow to Moderate
Mature size0.5-2 feet × 2-4 feet
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
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Growth slows as temperatures cool.
Retains foliage through winter.
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 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.