Zoysia
There are several different varieties within the Zoysia grass family and each can have different strengths, weaknesses, suitability of climate and appearances.
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There are several different varieties within the Zoysia grass family and each can have different strengths, weaknesses, suitability of climate and appearances.
Zoysia japonica is a promising, relatively new lawn grass. It's said to grow an easy-care lawn that's soft to touch. It copes with wear and needs little mowing. It is also cold- and drought-tolerant. It can be grown from either runners or turf.