Black Beauty Golden State Mixture is a very strong heat and drought-tolerant mixture. The mix contains Black Beauty Turf-type Tall Fescues and Texas Bluegrass, both of which can withstand extremely hot temperatures of up to 100° F, making it ideal for areas throughout California. Black Beauty Golden State is perfect for sun and/or shade, and will produce a dark-green, heat resistant, highly durable lawn. Black Beauty Golden State grows roots up to four feet deep, contains a waxy leaf coating to preserve moisture, displays a uniform (not clumpy) growth habit and naturally withstands insects and diseases.