Floratam was released in 1972. Not as cold- or shade-tolerant. It is resistant to chinch bugs and is one of the most drought tolerant of the St. Augustine varieties. Floratam can be distinguished from other varieties of St. Augustine by the longer and wider leaf blades, and by the purple color of the stolons, or horizontal shoots, which can be up to three inches long. Dark Green color, Coarse texture, Fair Shade Tolerance, Fair wear resistance, Good injury recovery, Fair salt tolerance, Excellent drought tolerance, Mowing Height: 2"-3", Mowing Frequency: Weekly - Rotary Mower.
