Stenotaphrum secundatum Variegatum

Variegated St. Augustine Grass

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A warm-season perennial grass with broad leaves featuring striking green and creamy-white stripes. Spreads via rhizomes, forming dense ground cover or container specimen in tropical climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Variegated St. Augustine Grass
Family Poaceae
Genus Stenotaphrum
Species Secundatum
Variety Variegatum
Origin Southern USA / Mexico
Blooming Produces seed heads in summer, primarily grown for foliage
Leaf Color Green and creamy-white stripes
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loam or sandy soil rich in organic matter; pH 6.0-7.0

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Watering

Moderate water needs; drought tolerant once established, avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required for variegation intensity; tolerates partial shade but stripes fade

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Fertilization

High nitrogen fertilizer in growing season (Spring/Summer) promotes lush growth and color retention

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Pruning

Regular mowing or trimming to maintain shape, remove dead tips and fungal patches

Pest Control Aphid Armyworm Chinch Bug Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Apr
May
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Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
10000 – 75000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 4500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 75%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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