Fl. nearly throughout year in warmer regions, July-Oct. northward. Sunturf Bermuda' produces few seeds and is a triploid hybrid between C. dactylon and C. transvaalensis . It can now be found throughout the world in temperate and subtropical regions. It can form dense cover in almost pure stands, practically anywhere. Abundant as weed along roadsides, in lawns, on sandy wastes, along sand dunes, and readily takes possession of any uncultivated area.
Plants withstand long periods of drought, as they produce little growth in dry weather.
Cultivation Plants readily propagated by cuttings and rooting. Common method is to plant rooting 30-60 cm apart in furrows, and to press down with feet. Planting is best done in wet weather to ensure quick sprouting. Most cultivars are poor seeders. It succeeds on most soil types and requires very little mowing on poor soils.