Contrary to their cool-season counterparts, warm-season grasses flourish with higher temperatures. Actually, their most intense growing season is at the beginning of the summer. Furthermore, there are many, but not all, warm-season grasses that can withstand drought. Here's a list of warm-season grasses that are able to withstand temperatures.

Bermuda Grass

This popular grass is widely grown across North America. The varieties that are bred for southern regions are the ones that are most drought-resistant. Bermuda grass is a fan of the sun, can withstand the heaviest traffic, and responds swiftly to watering following dry weather. In the summer, Bermuda grass requires frequent mowing. It is dormant in warm winter weather, and at this time, it can be overseeded with Ryegrass in order to maintain a lush lawn all through winter.

The most drought- and heat-tolerant species of this grass are the following:

• Celebration
• GN1
• Grimes EXP
• TexTurf
• Common Bermuda
• TifSport
• Tifway 419

St. Augustine Grass

This coarse-leaf grass is among the most sought-after type in Florida. The homeowners of areas like the Gulf Coast, Africa, and the Pacific Islands also praise it for its tolerance to heat. St. Augustine grass prefers shade that is dappled and can withstand moderate traffic. It stays green through winter, but it doesn't require any water. Actually, this plant is prone to illness when you are overwatering it during the winter, so be sure to save your time as well as money to not water St. Augustine grass while it's in its dormancy period.

The most drought- and heat-tolerant cultivated variety from this plant is Floratam.

Zoysia Grass

This grass is slow-growing and creates an enticing green carpet of turf after it is established. You won't need to water or mow Zoysia grass regularly, cutting down on time for maintenance and expenses. This grass can tolerate shade and sun and can stand up well to the foot traffic.

The most drought- and heat-resistant cultivable kinds of the species are as follows:

• Empire
• Jamur
• El Toro
• Palisdaes

Buffalo Grass

The grass is native to the Midwest. Buffalo grass requires full sun with very low, if any, water once it is established. The name is derived from the historical background of the grass, which is found naturally on the plains that extend from Mexico up to Montana. It was once a source of food for buffalo herds when they roamed across these regions. Be aware that Buffalo grass doesn't take foot traffic well and needs to be kept at least five inches long.

The majority of species are considered drought-tolerant. However, Legacy is one of the cultivated breeds for low-water landscaping.

Centipede Grass

Introduced in America in 1916 by Southeast Asia, Centipede grass is a tough slow-growing grass that offers an easy-to-maintain lawn once established. It is a fan of the full sun or partial shade. However, its capacity to endure in soils that are acidic is a major reason why it is a favorite for the dappled shady areas beneath pine trees.

Bahia Grass

An all-purpose grass with a high ability to withstand foot traffic. Bahia grass is resistant to pests and diseases and thrives even in the most difficult soil conditions; however, it requires full sun in order to prosper. It is a fantastic grass that is heat-resistant because its large root system allows it to find the water more deeply than other grasses can.

Be aware that you can improve the tolerance to heat and drought of any grass by watering only occasionally but deeply, supplying the soil with nutrients and the grass for a while in order to cover the dirt below it.

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