Removing Bahiagrass in the Southeast: Glyphosate Then Bermuda

Bahia Is Tough—But Glyphosate Works If Timed Right

A Southeast homeowner on 2 acres wants to replace bahiagrass (hard on mower) with Bermuda. Bahiagrass is perennial and deep-rooted.

Effective Protocol

1. Wait for active growth (soil >65°F, usually April).
2. Apply glyphosate (Roundup) at 45–50 mL/gal. Full coverage.
3. Wait 2 weeks. Re-treat any green regrowth.
4. Seed Bermuda (hulled) at 1–2 lbs/1,000 sq ft in late April–May.
5. Keep moist until established (2–3 weeks).

Bermuda spreads aggressively, self-repairs, handles traffic, and makes decent hay. Cheap per acre.