"JetGarden" wrote in message
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What type of grass is best suited for shade and drought conditions in
Austin? What is the best time of year to plant grass of this type? TIA
for replies.
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JG

http://www.sodsolutions.com/palmetto/index.shtml

After the last frost of late winter/early spring.

Suggest 2-3 inch mowing height, 2 week intervals in shaded areas. During
drought periods, keep mowing to a minimum, if at all. Helps retain ground
moisture.