{"id":17904,"date":"2020-07-07T18:51:10","date_gmt":"2020-07-07T21:51:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=17904"},"modified":"2025-04-02T17:53:57","modified_gmt":"2025-04-02T20:53:57","slug":"3-best-grass-types-in-santa-ana-calif","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/grass-guides\/3-best-grass-types-in-santa-ana-calif\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Best Grass Types in Santa Ana"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The hot and dry weather in Santa Ana presents unique challenges for landscaping. Water Smart landscapes can incorporate a number of plants, artificial turf, structures, and some grasses. Within the confines of Santa Ana\u2019s water restrictions, it is possible to have a beautiful and diverse yard if you plant one of the three best grass types.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Bermudagrass<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Developed specifically for California, the Santa Ana variety of Bermudagrass is the most drought-tolerant. It also has a short dormancy period. With a deep blue-green color and a medium-fine texture, Santa Ana bermudagrass is an ideal choice for residential and commercial lawns.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about this grass in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/bermudagrass-guide\/\">bermudagrass guide<\/a>.<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Classification:<\/strong> Warm-season grass.<\/li>    <li><strong>Spreads by:<\/strong> Stolons; a high density provides great growth and self-repair.<\/li>    <li><strong>Shade tolerance:<\/strong> This turf requires full sun all throughout the day.<\/li>    <li><strong>Drought tolerance: <\/strong>Adapted to little or irregular irrigation. Santa Ana Bermudagrass stays green much longer than other varieties of drought-tolerant turf.<\/li>    <li><strong>Foot traffic tolerance:<\/strong> With quick recovery from stress and damage, this variety does well with heavy foot traffic.<\/li>    <li><strong>Maintenance needs:<\/strong> Santa Ana Bermudagrass grows well in all types of soil and thrives in hot climates. It is a low-maintenance variety.<\/li>    <li><strong>Recommended mowing height:<\/strong> A reel-type mower is best to maintain a height of about 1-inch. Above 1\u00bc-inches, this variety becomes puffy.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grass Seed Options: <br>\u2013 <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Pennington-One-Step-Complete-Bermudagrass\/dp\/B084NTQ9Z5?crid=3G2QPIAKTWYAD&amp;keywords=bermudagrass+seed&amp;qid=1679580048&amp;sprefix=bermudagrass+seed%2Caps%2C130&amp;sr=8-7&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=6cfede1ef89e0e144ace69ab305b3976&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Pennington Bermudagrass Bare Spot<\/a> (5 lb. bag)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Pennington-Smart-Seed-Bermudagrass-Fertilizer\/dp\/B08QRLK7LB?content-id=amzn1.sym.eba7bd4e-dedb-4570-b09b-0e101a3c98a8%3Aamzn1.sym.eba7bd4e-dedb-4570-b09b-0e101a3c98a8&amp;crid=3G2QPIAKTWYAD&amp;cv_ct_cx=bermudagrass+seed&amp;keywords=bermudagrass+seed&amp;pd_rd_i=B08QRLK7LB&amp;pd_rd_r=61743f75-14d7-4844-8eaa-93bdc639b5d4&amp;pd_rd_w=0fMJW&amp;pd_rd_wg=Fz1Yh&amp;pf_rd_p=eba7bd4e-dedb-4570-b09b-0e101a3c98a8&amp;pf_rd_r=JNAF2TZ5N6YC4XT6ZR0T&amp;qid=1679579824&amp;sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&amp;sprefix=bermudagrass+seed%2Caps%2C130&amp;sr=1-4-492482ea-2ad3-4cfe-9d1a-0efc7c5c9374-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyVlhNODZVWjYxSDA1JmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNzE3MzY2M00zQkUwSUNSSkRWMCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNzEwMDMxVDJSQjkxWExCQzIxJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3Bfc2VhcmNoX3RoZW1hdGljJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ%3D%3D&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=f457591a18e0b002e465d202f7bb8968&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Pennington Smart Seed Bermudagrass Mix<\/a> (8.75-lb. bag)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Scotts-18012A-Turf-Builder-Grass\/dp\/B01NALORRH?content-id=amzn1.sym.eba7bd4e-dedb-4570-b09b-0e101a3c98a8%3Aamzn1.sym.eba7bd4e-dedb-4570-b09b-0e101a3c98a8&amp;crid=3G2QPIAKTWYAD&amp;cv_ct_cx=bermudagrass+seed&amp;keywords=bermudagrass+seed&amp;pd_rd_i=B01NALORRH&amp;pd_rd_r=6fa82460-4f9e-404e-9c2e-317cfb206273&amp;pd_rd_w=v7QOt&amp;pd_rd_wg=k8N6Z&amp;pf_rd_p=eba7bd4e-dedb-4570-b09b-0e101a3c98a8&amp;pf_rd_r=KGEKXV5M2HGJ2JSSXN1G&amp;qid=1679580048&amp;sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&amp;sprefix=bermudagrass+seed%2Caps%2C130&amp;sr=1-4-492482ea-2ad3-4cfe-9d1a-0efc7c5c9374-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzR01SVVJVREtSQzVWJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwODM4MTU5QTBEUDNUSlM2S1VQJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAyMzI1NjExMzhTMUUySFg4UjFGJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3Bfc2VhcmNoX3RoZW1hdGljJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ%3D%3D&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=f0576d2c89934ff91d6d0c0c2f87fcbf&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Scotts Turf Builder Bermudagrass<\/a> (10-lb. bag)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Hancocks-Highlander-Bermuda-Grass-Seed\/dp\/B0924T7MYB?crid=3G2QPIAKTWYAD&amp;keywords=bermudagrass+seed&amp;qid=1679580048&amp;sprefix=bermudagrass+seed%2Caps%2C130&amp;sr=8-10&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.5137e923-c7be-4142-979c-7c68b6c26f63&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=0baaf3d03bf6300485f48e46456c1b90&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Hancock Seed Co. Bermudagrass<\/a> (50-lb. bag)<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Kikuyu Grass<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kikuyu grass does well within 50 miles of the ocean. Producing hairy, coarse-texture blades, Kikuyu grass has a light green color.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more about it in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/growing-kikuyu-grass\/\">Kikuyu grass guide<\/a>.<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Classification:<\/strong> Warm-season grass.<\/li>    <li><strong>Spreads by: <\/strong>This turf spreads aggressively with thick stolons and rhizomes.<\/li>    <li><strong>Shade tolerance:<\/strong> Sun-loving, Kikuyu grass only tolerates some shade.<\/li>    <li><strong>Drought tolerance: <\/strong>This turf does well in drought conditions.<\/li>    <li><strong>Foot traffic tolerance:<\/strong> The rapid growth means that this variety recovers well from stress, and is a good option for busy spaces.<\/li>    <li><strong>Maintenance needs:<\/strong> This thick grass can be difficult to mow and is prone to heavy thatch. It can also act as an aggressive weed, growing into unwanted spaces.<\/li>    <li><strong>Recommended mowing height: <\/strong>Often planted on golf courses, you should trim Kikuyu grass short. A height of 1\u00bd-inches is ideal, and it should not exceed 2-inches.<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Zoysiagrass<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With a light to medium green throughout much of the year, Zoysiagrass is a nice compliment to other landscaped elements. This turf produces finely textured leaves and thick growth.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out our guide to learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/zoysiagrass\/\">growing Zoysiagrass<\/a>.<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Classification: <\/strong>Warm-season grass.<\/li>    <li><strong>Spreads by: <\/strong>Zoysia spreads via both above-ground stolons and below-ground rhizomes.<\/li>    <li><strong>Shade tolerance: <\/strong>This variety prefers full sun and can grow in only light shade.<\/li>    <li><strong>Drought tolerance: <\/strong>Highly drought-tolerant, Zoysiagrass is a good option for areas with water restrictions. In dry periods, this turf will turn a straw color but will rebound well when conditions improve.<\/li>    <li><strong>Foot traffic tolerance: <\/strong>With a dense, carpet-like growth, Zoysiagrass handles heavy use and play.<\/li>    <li><strong>Maintenance needs: <\/strong>Requires moderate maintenance. You\u2019ll need to fertilize it twice a year, and you may have to add nitrogen during the growing season.<\/li>    <li><strong>Recommended mowing height: <\/strong>Weekly mowing to a height of 1-2 inches is ideal for this variety of grass.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grass Plug and Seed Options: <br><\/strong>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Zoysia-Plug-Tray-EZPlug-Plugs\/dp\/B00NMNU098?keywords=zoysia+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679588146&amp;sr=8-33&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=d456cc63585d3b3885eb1541bc4d61f5&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Zoysia Plugs <\/a>(50 Large Grass Plugs)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Zoysia-Plugs-Grass-Mature-Individually\/dp\/B08FJD3DTT?keywords=zoysia+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679588146&amp;sr=8-6&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=f7f1ff8cbc2a54070a1737ab09e23602&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Zoysia Plugs <\/a>(50 Full &amp; Lush Grass Plugs)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Zoysia-Plugs-Grass-Mature-Individually\/dp\/B08FJC3J1F?crid=1HCXNJK2F4Q38&amp;keywords=zoysia%2Bgrass%2Bplugs&amp;qid=1679589246&amp;sprefix=zoysia%2Bgrass%2Bplugs%2Caps%2C129&amp;sr=8-7&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.d977788f-1483-4f76-90a3-786e4cdc8f10&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=a63089c1d21ad26ee7d3afb56b18c43d&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Zoysia Plugs <\/a>(100 Plugs)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Zoysia-Grass-Seeds-Zoysia-Emerald-Grass-1\/dp\/B07PGBZK8X?keywords=zoysia+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679588146&amp;sr=8-9&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=555a914ba9b473e9cca89f062af2905b&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Zoysia Emerald Grass Seeds<\/a> (1\/8 lb. of seeds)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Zenith-Zoysia-grass-seeds-1\/dp\/B076B3GXL4?keywords=zoysia+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679588146&amp;sr=8-8&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=abb7b80004af7648c72316dcc978aa7c&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Zenith Zenith Grass Seeds<\/a> (1\/8 lb. of seeds)<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Other grass varieties will work throughout Santa Ana, including dichondra, fescues, and bentgrass. Each has its drawbacks concerning irrigation and maintenance, but might be good options for smaller spaces.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Need help preparing your lawn? Visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/santa-ana-ca-lawn-care\">Santa Ana care page<\/a> to get in touch with a professional! In addition to Santa Ana, we provide lawn care services in other California cities, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/huntington-beach-ca-lawn-care\">Huntington Beach<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/anaheim-ca-lawn-care\">Anaheim<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LawnStarter participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program. 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