Is Palmetto St. Augustine a niche shade grass similar to Bitterblue, Seville or Delmar?
No, Palmetto St. Augustine is produced in the full sun in open fields. It performs well in full sun conditions. It is, in fact, designed for general homeowner and commercial use in full sun with the advantage of also being adaptable to shaded conditions. The degree of shade tolerance greatly depends on the specific conditions of the shade (i.e., degree of shade, soil type and maintenance practices). When properly maintained, Palmetto St. Augustine can survive in shaded areas where other St. Augustines fail.
