{"id":12582,"date":"2018-07-03T12:29:42","date_gmt":"2018-07-03T15:29:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=12582"},"modified":"2026-08-14T14:54:33","modified_gmt":"2026-08-14T17:54:33","slug":"4-best-types-of-grass-for-a-lush-miami-lawn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/4-best-types-of-grass-for-a-lush-miami-lawn\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Best Grass Types for a Lush Miami Lawn"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2022 <strong>St. Augustinegrass<\/strong> is the most popular choice for Miami lawns, prized for its heat, drought, and salt tolerance.<br>\u2022 <strong>Zoysiagrass and Bermudagrass<\/strong> stand up to heavy foot traffic, while bahiagrass is the low-maintenance pick for sandy soil.<br>\u2022 <strong>Match your grass<\/strong> to your yard&#8217;s sun, shade, salt exposure, and how much upkeep you want.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Think a Miami yard means AstroTurf or crushed shells? Not even close. Several grasses, like St. Augustine and Zoysiagrass, thrive in South Florida&#8217;s heat, humidity, and salt air.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing the best grass for Miami comes down to your sun, soil, foot traffic, and how much upkeep you want. Below are 4 types that turn Miami yards into lush, plush-underfoot lawns, with insight from a Miami-Dade County Extension agent.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting the grass right means matching type to yard, prepping the soil, and staying on top of mowing and watering. If that sounds like a lot, LawnStarter connects you with <a href=\"https:\/\/signup-web.lawnstarter.com\/cart\/contact-info?intent=mowing\">local lawn care pros<\/a> who handle it for you.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-61a0f664-0fc4-4d63-9df0-8c96a3009273\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\">In this article:<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/4-best-types-of-grass-for-a-lush-miami-lawn\/#0-1-st-augustinegrass\" style=\"\">1. St. Augustinegrass<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/4-best-types-of-grass-for-a-lush-miami-lawn\/#1-2-zoysiagrass\" style=\"\">2. Zoysiagrass<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/4-best-types-of-grass-for-a-lush-miami-lawn\/#2-3-bahiagrass\" style=\"\">3. Bahiagrass<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/4-best-types-of-grass-for-a-lush-miami-lawn\/#3-4-bermudagrass\" style=\"\">4. Bermudagrass<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/4-best-types-of-grass-for-a-lush-miami-lawn\/#4-best-grass-types-for-miami-compared\" style=\"\">Best Grass Types for Miami Compared<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/4-best-types-of-grass-for-a-lush-miami-lawn\/#5-how-to-choose-the-best-grass-for-your-miami-lawn\" style=\"\">How to Choose the Best Grass for Your Miami Lawn<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/4-best-types-of-grass-for-a-lush-miami-lawn\/#9-faqs\" style=\"\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 id=\"0-1-st-augustinegrass\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. St. Augustinegrass<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rsz_800px-stenotaphrum_secundatum_variegatum-1-the_regent_hill-yercaud-salem-india.jpg\" alt=\"St. Augustinegrass\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">St. Augustinegrass. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Stenotaphrum_secundatum_variegatum-1-the_regent_hill-yercaud-salem-India.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Yercaud-elango<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;St. Augustinegrass (<em>Stenotaphrum secundatum<\/em>) is the most widely used home-lawn grass in South Florida,&#8221; says <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.ifas.ufl.edu\/miamidadeco\/author\/hmayer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Henry Mayer<\/a>, Extension Agent at the University of Florida&#8217;s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF\/IFAS) in Miami-Dade County.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;It has very good shade tolerance, handles heat and humidity well, has good salt tolerance, it produces a dense and attractive lawn when properly maintained, and is well adapted to alkaline soil pH,&#8221; he says.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But those advantages come with tradeoffs. &#8220;It has some drawbacks like chinch bug susceptibility, brown patch disease, thatch issues, and poor wear tolerance, so it isn\u2019t good for heavily trafficked areas,&#8221; Mayer says.<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><strong>Expert-recommended cultivars:<\/strong><\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>&#8216;Floratam&#8217;: Course-textured, poor shade tolerance compared to other cultivars, Mayer says.<\/li>    <li>&#8216;Palmetto&#8217;: &#8220;Better shade tolerance than &#8216;Floratam,&#8221;&#8217; Mayer says, but it doesn&#8217;t perform well in dense shade. Light green color.<\/li>    <li>&#8216;Citrablue&#8217;: &#8220;Denser growth habit than &#8216;Floratam'&#8221;, Mayer says. &#8220;However, thatch accumulation is a problem.&#8221;<\/li> <\/ul> <\/li>    <li><p><strong>Foot Traffic Tolerance:<\/strong> Moderate<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><strong>Mowing Height:<\/strong> 3 to 4 inches for standard cultivars; 2 to 2.5 inches for most dwarf cultivars<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><strong>Potential for Disease:<\/strong> Moderate to high; susceptible to large patch, gray leaf spot, and take-all root<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Related: <\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-care-for-st-augustine-grass\/\">How to Care for St. Augustinegrass<\/a><\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/best-grass-types-florida\/\">7 Best Types of Grass for Florida Lawns<\/a><\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 id=\"1-2-zoysiagrass\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Zoysiagrass<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/zoysiagrass.jpg\" alt=\"Zoysiagrass yard\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Zoysiagrass yard. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Starr_070906-8519_Zoysia_sp..jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Forest and Kim Starr<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/3.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 3.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Zoysiagrass is one of the most attractive turfgrasses grown across the southern states. What makes it even more appealing to homeowners is its slow growth rate, which means less time spent behind the mower.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;For lawns used by children, pets, or frequent gatherings, it is important to choose grass that can withstand heavy foot traffic, like Zoysiagrass,&#8221; says Mayer.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its salt tolerance is another reason it grows well on Miami lawns.<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><strong>Expert-recommended cultivars: <\/strong><\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><p>&#8216;Empire&#8217;: &#8220;It is the most common Zoysiagrass in Florida and does well throughout the state; however, it is susceptible to large patch disease and Zoysia mealybug,&#8221; Mayer says.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li>    <li><p><strong>Foot Traffic Tolerance:<\/strong> High; slow recovery<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><strong>Mowing Height:<\/strong> 1 to 2.5 inches<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><strong>Potential for Disease:<\/strong> Low to moderate; rust, large patch, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/what-is-dollar-spot\/\">dollar spot<\/a> are common<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/zoysiagrass\/\">Growing Zoysiagrass: Everything You Need to Know<\/a><\/p>    <h2 id=\"2-3-bahiagrass\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Bahiagrass<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/rsz_24854989872_453b8a1dc0_c.jpg\" alt=\"Bahiagrass\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bahiagrass. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/starr-environmental\/24854989872\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Forest and Kim Starr<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/3.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 3.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Bahiagrass (<em>Paspalum notatum<\/em>) can grow well in sandy soils and generally requires relatively few inputs, like water and fertilization,&#8221; Mayer says. <\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;However, South Florida\u2019s alkaline soil can cause nutritional problems, particularly iron deficiency. For this reason, bahiagrass is not necessarily the best choice for residential lawns,&#8221; he adds.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is low-maintenance, but &#8220;it requires more sun than St. Augustinegrass, tends to form a coarser, more open growth habit that can lead to more weed problems, and produces tall, noticeable seedheads that are not very pleasant,&#8221; Mayer says.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the other hand, &#8220;If conserving water is important, a drought-tolerant variety like bahiagrass with an efficient root system may be preferable,&#8221; he adds.<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><strong>Expert-recommended cultivars: <\/strong><\/p> <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p>&#8216;Pensacola&#8217;:  &#8220;Is useful where low maintenance, drought tolerance, and reduced fertilizer inputs are more important than producing a dense, manicured lawn,&#8221; Mayer says.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li>    <li><p><strong>Foot Traffic Tolerance:<\/strong> Low<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><strong>Mowing Height:<\/strong> 3 to 4 inches<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><strong>Potential for Disease:<\/strong> Low<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Related: <\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/when-to-overseed-bahiagrass-in-florida\/\">When to Overseed Bahiagrass in Florida<\/a><\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/when-to-fertilize-bahiagrass-in-florida\/\">When to Fertilize Bahiagrass in Florida<\/a><\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 id=\"3-4-bermudagrass\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Bermudagrass<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/bermudagrass.jpg\" alt=\"Bermudagrass yard\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bermudagrass. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/starr-environmental\/24282607364\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Forest and Kim Starr<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/3.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 3.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bermudagrass is one of the most-used warm-season grasses in the South, thanks to its high wear and drought tolerance. You will also spot it on coastal athletic fields and golf courses because of its salt tolerance. Improved cultivars give the fine-textured look most homeowners want.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With Bermudagrass, your lawn takes on a medium to dark green color and that crisp, picket-fence look. It is also one of the most drought-tolerant grasses and loves full sun. <\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><strong>Recommended cultivars:<\/strong> &#8216;PremierPRO&#8217; and &#8216;Celebration&#8217;<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><strong>Foot Traffic Tolerance:<\/strong> High<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><strong>Mowing Height:<\/strong> 1 to 2 inches<\/p><\/li>    <li><p><strong>Potential for Disease:<\/strong> High<\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 id=\"4-best-grass-types-for-miami-compared\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Grass Types for Miami Compared<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is how the 4 best grass types for Miami stack up at a glance.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Grass Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Best For<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Maintenance<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>St. Augustinegrass<\/td><td>Shade tolerance and classic Miami curb appeal<\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Zoysiagrass<\/td><td>High foot traffic with less frequent mowing<\/td><td>Moderate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bahiagrass<\/td><td>Low-effort, sandy, sunny yards<\/td><td>Low<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bermudagrass<\/td><td>Full-sun, coastal, high-traffic lawns<\/td><td>High<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h2 id=\"5-how-to-choose-the-best-grass-for-your-miami-lawn\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Choose the Best Grass for Your Miami Lawn<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Overall, there is no single \u201cbest\u201d grass for Miami,&#8221; Mayer says. &#8220;The choice of grass depends heavily on the property&#8217;s microclimate and how the lawn will be used.&#8221;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are a few factors that can help you make a decision:<\/p>    <h3 id=\"6-maintenance\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Maintenance<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before settling on a grass type, think about how much work you want to put in each week. Mowing, fertilizing, and irrigation all add up. Consider each grass&#8217;s maintenance needs before picking your forever lawn.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fertilizing in Miami comes with a few local rules to know, too. A Miami-Dade <a href=\"https:\/\/www.miamidade.gov\/global\/service.page?Mduid_service=ser1620843942468395\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fertilizer ordinance<\/a> bans nitrogen and phosphorus products from May 15 through October 31 and limits nitrogen to 4 pounds per 1,000 square feet a year.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The state sets similar limits. Florida&#8217;s urban turf <a href=\"https:\/\/ask.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/EP353\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fertilizer rule<\/a> allows up to 2 pounds of nitrogen per 1,000 square feet in spring or summer, and only when the product is at least 65% controlled-release.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>High-maintenance: <\/strong>Bermudagrass, St. Augustinegrass<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Moderate-maintenance: <\/strong>Zoysiagrass<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Low-maintenance: <\/strong>Bahiagrass<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/miami\/low-maintenance-landscaping-miami\/\">Low-Maintenance Landscaping in Miami<\/a><\/p>    <h3 id=\"7-sun-and-shade\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sun and Shade<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the Sunshine State, you have to consider how much sun your yard gets, or in some spots, how much shade. The grasses on this list all handle heat well, but if trees shade your yard, make sure your pick can take it.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">South Florida falls in USDA <a href=\"https:\/\/ask.ifas.ufl.edu\/publication\/EP439\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">hardiness zones<\/a> 10A, 10B, and 11, so hard freezes are rare and these warm-season grasses stay active nearly all year.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Moderate shade tolerance: <\/strong>St. Augustinegrass, Zoysiagrass (low to moderate)<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Low shade tolerance: <\/strong>Bahiagrass, Bermudagrass<\/p>    <h3 id=\"8-foot-traffic\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Foot Traffic<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How much traffic does your lawn get? Do you host summer gatherings, or do you prefer a quiet yard with limited activity? Some grasses handle heavy foot traffic far better than others.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>High traffic tolerance: <\/strong>Zoysiagrass, Bermudagrass<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Moderate traffic tolerance: <\/strong>St. Augustinegrass<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Low traffic tolerance: <\/strong>Bahiagrass<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/miami\/summer-lawn-care-tips-for-miami-fl-homeowners\/\">Summer Lawn Care Tips for Miami, FL Homeowners<\/a><\/p>    <h2 id=\"9-faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-17865675498967221\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What Grass Stays Green Year-Round in Miami?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Because Miami rarely sees a hard freeze, warm-season grasses like St. Augustinegrass tend to stay green nearly year-round. Zoysiagrass and bahiagrass can brown briefly after a rare cold snap, then green back up once soil temperatures climb again.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-17865675498964912\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What Is the Best Low-Maintenance Grass for a Miami Lawn?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Bahiagrass is the lowest-maintenance option on this list. It thrives in sandy soil, tolerates drought, and needs little beyond regular mowing of its seedheads during the growing season. The trade-off is low shade and foot-traffic tolerance, so it suits open, sunny yards best.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-17865675498967814\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Does Grass in Miami Need to Tolerate Salt?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">For coastal Miami yards, yes. &#8220;In coastal areas, salt spray and salty soils can damage grass. A salt-tolerant variety would be a better choice near the coast,&#8221; Mayer says.<br><br>St. Augustinegrass, Zoysiagrass, and Bermudagrass all handle salt well, which is a big reason they show up so often on South Florida lawns near the water.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 id=\"10-a-professional-helping-hand\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Professional Helping Hand<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You have a wealth of grass types to choose from as you prepare to sod or seed your Miami lawn. Think about your yard. What do you want to do with it? How is the soil? Keep those questions in mind as you get ready to put down fresh green grass.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You do not have to make these choices alone. LawnStarter&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/miami-fl-lawn-care\">Miami lawn care pros<\/a> can help you choose the best grass for South Florida and get your yard looking its absolute best.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LawnStarter also connects you with lawn care pros in nearby cities and suburbs like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/miami-beach-fl-lawn-care\">Miami Beach<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/hialeah-fl-lawn-care\">Hialeah<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/opa-locka-fl-lawn-care\">Opa Locka<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/north-miami-beach-fl-lawn-care\">North Miami Beach<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/miami-gardens-fl-lawn-care\">Miami Gardens<\/a>, and more.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/landscaping\/native-plants-florida\/\">47 Native Plants for Florida: Flowers, Shrubs, and Trees<\/a><\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/what-is-florida-friendly-landscaping\/\">What is Florida-Friendly Landscaping?<\/a><\/p><\/li>    <li><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/florida\/florida-friendly-landscaping-ideas\/\">Florida-Friendly Landscaping Ideas<\/a><\/p><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Main Image: A well-maintained mid-century ranch home in Coral Gables, Miami, FL. 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