Meyer Z-52 Zoysia
Meyer Zoysia: Your Go-To Grass Option for Lawns in Colder Regions
When you need a sod that can stand up to heavy traffic and still look and feel amazing, you just might need the Meyer Z-52 Zoysia
selection grown in Portland, AR, by Spring Valley Sod Farm. Though it can be commonly known by other names such as Z-52, this grass found popularity back in the late 1940s and has continued to be one of the top choices for landscapers and land development groups nationwide due to its adaptability to normally inhospitable soil types. Schedule an appointment today to visit our farm to view our selection of readily available sod by calling 870-501-1134.
Characteristics of Meyer Z-52 Zoysia Grass
Weather Tolerance: Excellent in Heat, Cold Tolerant
Sun Requirements: Full Sun / Light Shade
Resistance to Wear: High Tolerance
Maintenance Requirements: High Maintenance
Mowing Recommendations 7-14 Days | Mowing Height 1 to 2 Inches
Application; Parks, Lawns, Golf Courses
Texture: Carpet Like
Growth Rate: Moderate
History of Meyer Z-52 Zoysia
It was developed and released through cooperation between the Crops Research Division, Agricultural Research Service, and the U.S. Gold Association Green in 1940. It was named after the plant explorer Frank N. Meyer who made the first collection of seeds in Korea in 1950. Meyer Zoysia or Z-52 is an updated and improved selection of Z. Japonica, commonly referenced in newspapers and articles as the “Super” grass.