A lot of Bermuda lawns are producing seed heads right now. In fact, it's hard to find a Bermuda lawn in Midlothian, Prosper, or anywhere in North Texas that isn't producing them at the moment. If you've noticed these in your yard, don't panic—it's not a weed.
These seed heads look very similar to those produced by common weeds like bluestem, bahia, or crabgrass. Many homeowners make the mistake of assuming they have a weed problem and try to treat them. That's unnecessary. What you're seeing is your Bermuda grass doing what grass does under certain conditions.
What Seed Heads Actually Mean
While you don't need to apply any type of treatment, you do need to pay attention. When Bermuda produces seed heads, it's a sign of stress. Your lawn is essentially trying to tell you something isn't quite right.
There are several factors that can stress Bermuda grass and trigger seed head production:
- Improper watering (too much or too little)
- Soil compaction
- Too much shade
- Soil temperature fluctuations
- Improper mowing height or frequency
Any of these issues can push your Bermuda into survival mode, causing it to produce seeds as a way of ensuring its reproduction.
Why It's Happening Right Now
As widespread as Bermuda seeding is across the DFW area right now, the cause is likely environmental rather than something specific to your lawn care routine. We've had a lot of rain recently, which means overwatering stress. Combine that with the temperature fluctuations we've been experiencing, and you have perfect conditions for widespread seed head production.
In other words, there's nothing you can do about it. Mother Nature is in control on this one.
What You Should Do
The good news is the solution is simple: just keep mowing. Maintain your regular weekly mowing schedule and the seed heads will eventually work themselves out. As conditions stabilize and we start to dry out a bit, your Bermuda should stop producing seed heads and return to normal.
However, if the seeding doesn't correct itself as weather conditions improve, it might be time to take a closer look. Persistent seed head production when other lawns have stopped could indicate a deeper issue specific to your property—soil compaction, drainage problems, or other stress factors that need to be addressed.
For homeowners in Waxahachie, Midlothian, and Prosper, keep an eye on your lawn over the coming weeks. Most of you will see this resolve on its own.
Watch the video below to see what Bermuda seed heads look like and learn more about what causes them.
For professional lawn care in Midlothian and Prosper, contact Vista Lawn and Pest.
