Will Korean Grass, Zoysia, grow in partial shade.?

Question

I am about to redo my back yard and am getting conflicting information. I know it won't work in full shade but the area gets some sun in winter and much more in summer.

Answer 1

Zoysia can take some shade, but you can not EVER spray weed control or you will kill grass.
St. Aug has to have at least 4 hrs of DIRECT light to live and is a good choice.
All depends on where you live.

Answer 2

Zoysia is a hot sun loving grass. I would try a small spot to see what happens. Zoysia grass is not cheep. There is a tall fescue grass on the market that is advertised as spreading like Zoysia does. Home Depot sells it. It called water saver. I planted it in my back yard and so far so good