I cannot ID my grass anymore. I'm trying to go Zenith Zoysia

Question: Hi, my name is Jack Morris, I live in Sunset Valley and am a 100% DV. I put Scott's Zoysia turf builder over lawn, and I'm having trouble IDing what exactly is the right one. For you see, when the home was built in 2008? The city made it mandatory for Buffalo grass. That did not work out too well as no weed killer for it. Then later my soon to be "ex-spouse" had some illegals come and plant "Zoysia sod." Without checking in with me because I use quality and reputable dealers. I do not think it was Emerald Zoysia at all. Then my ex neighbors were planting rye grass in their yard, who knows what is going on in this menagerie. Even though I live in a nice area, I'm not rich (100% VA rating). I have to get the lawn done right the first time and make my $$$ count. Would you be so kind as to look at me pictures and let me know what grass is what? I would very much appreciate it. Why do I not go into debt and have it redone? I want this done myself, then I KNOW what is going into the lawn. If it goes south? I only have myself to blame. Thank-you!

responder: Travis County Master Gardeners  Replied March 20, 2023, 1:59 AM EDT
response: Hi Jack,  I'm sorry for your lawn woes!  It isn't possible for me to tell from your photos what kind of grass you have. This publication will tell you the properties of the three main types of Zoysia, so you can determine which you have:  https://aggie-hort.tamu.edu/plantanswers/turf/publications/zoysia.html  Holly

responder: The Question Asker Replied March 20, 2023, 5:39 AM EDT
response: Thanks Holly! This is what happens when a govt. mandates what grass to have. They learned their lesson on that one. Buffalo grass, then whatever spouse had thrown down years ago. Did it w/o consulting me and I pay the mortgage and homeowner's insurance. Then a neighbor who had Rye, and the person that bought that neighbor's house went St. Augustine, then to top that off the other neighbor has nothing pretty much but weeds and stuff in her yard, what can go wrong with that? LOL. Just like the city govt. cannot take care of trees after planting. They can have a mountain laurel and so much more Mayor Wilson! Meanwhile I'm trying to get rid of trees from what the "spouse" planted in the back yard! LOL. You went above and beyond the call of duty Holly, and I told the story to some state head honchos and others (Aggie alumni) about this. You really did not have to reply on a Sunday, much less give me more resources, but you did, and I want to thank you. I can see why Antique Rose Emporium and others chose TAMU as their guest speakers at their shindigs. We have some shindigs, but not much to brag about. A lot of people just contract out to Joe Blow Fly By Night and his crew of illegals. I and others do not. There is a saying "Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice? Shame on me." Not only am I learning a LOT, if something goes wrong with this huge task? I can only blame... Myself. :-) Watered your berries and checked on other things First lady. The least I could do after meeting Harlan and we look out for each other as well. Water still does not work, what else is new there? People near the childrens' garden area were laughing when they heard the story of the neverending woes from not adhering to the "If it is not broke? Then do not fix it" and wondering why I was standing there with a garden hose just looking for a while and no water, lol. Just like Mayor Wilson warned people about those huge rocks in areas that were dangerous over in the Meadows. Did they listen? They sure did after damages to their vehicles and whatnot. I gave a shout out to Alpha Paving with Kudos and applause for their work Mayor Wilson. The quality is awesome, IMO, but what was the use of hard work and excellence when we have idiots of the galaxy driving like that? LOL And has anyone seen Hahn's parking signs? I love it! These are just a sample too! There are more! LOL Have a great day! I know I'm having fun! :-)   ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: Ask Extension <<personal data hidden>>To: Jack M. Morris <<personal data hidden>>Sent: Monday, March 20, 2023 at 12:59:05 AM CDTSubject: Re: I cannot ID my grass anymore. I'm trying to go Zenith Zoysia (#0092580)