In order to germinate, it requires a minimum soil temperature of 18 ºC. It goes dormant (turns yellow) at temperatures below 8-10ºC. Excellent tolerance to drought and salinity. It is sown alone, but it can also be a component in mixtures with other cool-season species. It spreads rapidly with very thick stolons and rhizomes. Suitable for private and public gardens, sports fields, road embankments, etc.