Cavalier is a fine-bladed Zoysia grass that grows a thick lush lawn and is very similar to Zeon Zoysia in appearance. Its dense growth pattern allows it to choke out weeds and provides a more uniform appearance than most other varieties. Cavalier demonstrates good shade tolerance and is able to resist many insects and diseases.
Key Points
- Grows a thick lush lawn similar to Zeon Zoysia
- Handles moderate shade and drought well once established
Performance
- Mowing Frequency: High/Moderate
- Mowing Height: 0.5 - 1.5 in
- Drought Tolerance: High
- Cold Tolerance: Moderate
- Fall Color Retention: High
- Injury Recovery: Moderate
- Shade Tolerance: High
- Wear Resistance: Exceptional
- Weed Resistance: High
- Spring Green Up: High
Insect Tolerance
- Web Worms: Exceptional
- Chinch Bugs: Exceptional
- Army Worms: Exceptional
Disease Tolerance
- Decline: Exceptional
- Brown Patch: Moderate
- Grey Leaf Spot: Moderate
