Quick answer
Bermuda is the most common choice in central Oklahoma because it loves full sun, handles traffic, and recovers fast. Zoysia grows slower but tolerates some shade better and forms a dense, soft lawn.
Side-by-Side
- Sun: Bermuda needs full sun; zoysia tolerates partial shade
- Growth speed: Bermuda spreads and repairs fast; zoysia is slow
- Mowing: Bermuda needs frequent mowing in summer; zoysia needs less
- Traffic: both hold up well once established
- Winter: both go dormant and turn tan after frost
Which One Fits Your Yard
Open lots with little shade, which are common in newer neighborhoods, tend to suit Bermuda. Yards with mature trees and a few hours of shade a day may do better with zoysia in those areas.