- Bermuda grass needs little water and can survive under harsh sun. It is drought-resistant and loves the sun, as it is heat resistant, as well. It's important to remember that this grass does not need a lot of water. In fact, over-watering can cause it to turn yellow. Wiry and low-lying, Bermuda grass can take a beating from being walked on and can also withstand the treatment from pets. In addition, it provides a good ground cover and spreads naturally. One of the drawbacks to Bermuda grass is that flowerbeds and garden beds can be infiltrated by the underground Bermuda grass rhizomes.
- Because Bermuda grass is so resilient, it does not need to be watered any more than once a week. Watering Bermuda once a week will also help the roots to grow deeper into the soil, as the water supply dwindles in between waterings. This action is beneficial in case of a drought, as the lawn will be healthier and greener because of the deep roots.
- If you choose to water once a week, make sure that you give the lawn enough water. Otherwise, the lawn will need to be watered more frequently if it does not receive sufficient water. When doing a weekly watering, it's best to saturate the lawn to a depth of at least 6 inches. You can tell if you've watered enough by taking a stick or a screwdriver and driving it into the ground. If the stick or screwdriver easily sinks to 6 inches, then the lawn has received enough water for the week.
