Where zoysia stands out
Zoysia can be attractive where bermuda feels too aggressive but warm-season drought performance still matters. It stays in the conversation for lawns that are as much about finish as toughness.
Where it may not be the first answer
If you want the fastest recovery and the hardest-charging heat lawn possible, bermuda may still be the simpler answer.
Best supporting pages
Use the warm-vs-cool page and the California or Texas region pages if you are still split between climate logic and lawn style.