Seville vs. Palmetto

Jimmy – posted 25 March 2002 14:53

Hello All,

I would really appreciate suggestions on the type of lawn to select since I’m right in the middle of preparations for resodding. I live in central Florida and am trying to decide whether to use Palmetto or Seville. I would appreciate any advise and pros/cons for each type.

Thank you,Jimmy

wdrake – posted 26 March 2002 11:22

For a comparison of St Augustine cultivarscheckout: http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/LH010

Bill (SC) – posted 28 March 2002 05:15

My neighbor has a very nice stand of Palmetto St. Augustine in pretty heavy shade. I’m going to plant plugs this Spring in my yard. For more info, look at sodsolutions.com

Josh – posted 11 April 2002 08:34

I would not rule out Delmar St. Augustine. It produces a much darker green color and performs much better in shade than the two grasses that you are considering. It also has specific a disease resistance that your choice do not have. Check it out at turfgrassamerica.com. Feel free to email me at

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with any further questions.