Citrazoy

CitraZoy® Zoysiagrass is a warm-season turfgrass developed by the University of Florida (UF/IFAS). It’s a premium zoysia variety known for its exceptional color, density, and improved disease resistance — particularly suited for Florida and the southeastern U.S.

Here’s a detailed overview 👇

🌿 Characteristics:

Species: Zoysia matrella

Color: Medium to dark green year-round

Texture: Fine to medium blade (softer than most zoysias)

Growth habit: Dense and slow-growing, creating a carpet-like turf

Shade tolerance: Moderate (better than Bermuda but not as shade-tolerant as St. Augustine)

Wear tolerance: Good, though slower to recover than Bermuda

Mowing height: 0.5”–2” (ideal around 1”)

💧 Maintenance:

Watering: Deep and infrequent once established; drought-tolerant but prefers occasional irrigation

Fertilization: Moderate needs — typically 2–3 lbs of nitrogen per 1,000 sq ft per year

Mowing: Weekly during growing season; sharp blades are a must due to dense leaf tissue

Pest/disease resistance: Strong resistance to large patch and chinch bugs compared to other zoysias

Thatch management: Occasional dethatching or aeration helps maintain healthy turf

🌞 Best Uses:

Residential lawns (especially partial-sun properties)

Parks and golf courses

Commercial landscapes needing lower maintenance than Bermuda

🌱 Pros vs. Other Grasses:

Better shade tolerance than Bermuda

Less maintenance and fertilizer need

Slower growth means less mowing

Superior appearance — soft, lush, and uniform