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Originally Posted by mrsyarbie
We really dont like the Zoysia,we have lived in Florida many years, my husband a native, and I have lived hree for over 30 years and know that St Augustine is the way to go in Florida. However it is more ex*****ve for The Villages to put in. Once you take hold of St. Augustine it is thick and lush for many years to come.
This new grass also is very dependant on water to keep it looking good another plus for Sumter County Water Company. We hate it is is full
of other grasses and weeds...
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It all depends on your perspective.
If you came from up north, St. Augustine is nothing but ugly crabgrass, which you spent time and money trying to get rid of. It's not comfortable to walk on with bare feet. Down here it grows reasonably well if kept watered, but it is often attacked by cinch bugs, which can destroy large patches or whole lawns. When that occurs, you must remove all of the affected areas and re sod them. That's expensive. To me, zoysia grass is easier to grow and maintain, soft and beautiful.