Celebration® Bermudagrass is a variety of Cynodon (Bermudagrass) known for its fine-texture, dense growth, and excellent performance under stress. It spreads via stolons and rhizomes, creating a tough, resilient turf. It's especially valued where lawns have high traffic, drought risk, or partial shade.
Developed in the 1990s, Celebration® Bermudagrass has competed in research trials and gained recognition for its wear tolerance, shade tolerance (for a Bermuda), and drought resistance
Color: | Deep blue-green, which remains vibrant during summer heat. |
Texture: | Medium-fine blades; dense canopy. Soft to the touch. |
Growth habit: | Spreads via both stolons and rhizomes. Recovery from injury is rapid. |
Wear & Traffic Tolerance: | Excellent. Frequently used in sports fields, commercial landscapes, and areas with high foot traffic. |
Drought Resistance: | Very good once established. Can sustain long warm, dry periods with less water than many other Bermudas. |
Shade Tolerance: | Better than many other Bermuda varieties; tolerates some shade. Still, performs best in full sun. |
Cold & Winter Response: | Goes dormant (brown) in cold, but retains color and recovers well in spring. Fall color retention and spring green-up are good. |
To keep Celebration® Bermudagrass looking its best, here are care guidelines:
Mowing:
Keep between 0.5 and 1.5 inches (some recommend 1-2 in). Mowing frequency depends on growth rate.
Watering:
After establishment, about 1 inch per week; water more frequently when very hot or during drought. Avoid overwatering.
Sunlight:
Full sun (6-8+ hours/day) is ideal. Tolerates shade, but shade reduces density and color.
Soils & Drainage:
Adapts to sandy or clay soils; needs good drainage. Soil pH ideally neutral to slightly acidic.
Fertilization:
Moderate feeding; Celebration® Bermudagrass responds well to fertilization but doesn’t need extreme inputs. Regular feeding during active growth ("summer") helps maintain density and color.
Wear & Recovery:
Excellent - recovers rapidly from damage (divots, heavy use) due to its aggressive rhizomes/stolons.
Disease / Pest Management:
Generally good resistance. Watch for fungal issues in overly wet or shaded areas; preventive fungicide application may be needed in such conditions.
If your climate is warm, you have a yard that sees moderate to heavy use, and you want striking color + durability, Celebration® Bermudagrass is an excellent choice. Especially good if water is a concern and you want something that looks premium but doesn’t demand intense upkeep.
However, if you’re in a very shaded area or in a cold-winter region, a grass that’s more shade-tolerant or cold-hardy might be a better pick.
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