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first time overseeding very impressed with the rate & speed of germination rate.
photos 3 weeks apart
We’ve had some disappointment with seed in the past, and also expensive turf. We’ve moved from the country where the soil is rich, to the Central Coast where we basically have sand
Our new turf over two years has all but died off, and the seed that I purchased since has so much other stuff in it, basically looks like weeds - very disappointing.
Enter McKay seeds. I did a quick search online and found McKay seeds rated highly.
I am familiar with the robustness of Kikuyu, and how it bounces back after drought, so I thought I’d give it a go.
Straight out of the packet, after I had scattered a few handfuls of seed on the bare ground (some topsoil there) and kept it watered over the last two weeks in March and April, it responded.
It appears every seed has germinated immediately, and is sprouting and growing well.
I’m really impressed. This is clearly why McKay seeds get 5 out of 5 stars.
I’m hoping I get more success in drier months than I did from my Sir Walter Buffalo turf - that cost me a motza to put down two years ago - or the combo seed options from the big hardware stores.
Will update again post Winter and Spring 2025.
i put the seed out today hopefully it grows ok its hard to give a review until it happends
I purchased a bag of 2kg of this blend for my garden, an area under 40sqm and I spread the seeds in May 2024. Initially, the Raygrass grew quickly and covered all the ground as expected. In mid spring Kikuyu seeds started to pop out and Raygrass stared to die. but the problem was that Kikuyu grass was too rare here and there. Now after 10 months and having passed most if the warm season in NSW, the area is still patchy and about halfoif the area is soil exposed. I followed all the instructions from the first stem and I think the percentage of Kikuyu seeds in this blend is not enough.
I'm in Tasmanian and in the process of repairing a large neglected lawn. My observation with seed from Bunnings was that, regardless of what's on the box, it's almost all perenial ryegrass, and the quality of lots varies ie with identical soil preparation and watering germination rates varied widely.
Once this ryegrass had germinated two facts were apparent - ryegrass is not very drought tolerant and its ligher green color is not a good match with the existing grass which is (now I know more) a mix of Kentucky Blue Grass and Tall Fescue,
McKays Parks Blend to the rescue.
Using a 4 day pre-germination (seeds in bag in a bucket of water, with water changed every 12 hours) the sow mixed with some fertilizer, loam and coarse sand, the first sprouts appeared within a week and with a very even distribution.
Delivery was quick too.
First of all the process of ordering and delivery are first rate and the quality of the seeds excellent.
I followed their planting instructions and the grass came up without any drama. Just keep it damp during the germination period.
The grass looks excellent. It is a fine leave turf and I would not recommend it for areas that take a lot of wear. But if you want a show case lawn that requires a lot less maintenance than dedicated show lawns like bent grasses, this is the go. All my neighbours love to walk through the creeping red fescue in their near feet.
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Hi All.
First time writing a review on anything, and I feel this deserves the attention.
I have had Buffalo down now for 5 years and wanted to overseed and fill in the holes from the thatching process coming out of winter. Knowing that I wasn't phased with 2 or 3 species of varieties I through down 10kg of the Elite Blend and RPR Perennial Ryegrass seed whilst going through the top dressing.
First I used 5kg of Elite, waited 3 weeks then threw down a further 5kg of RPR to all areas that didn't germinate or still had gaps.
It took around 5 -7 days for both products to germinate, and I would say that most of the seeds were successful.
These shots were taken 7 weeks since the Elite and 3 weeks for the RPR on its first cut at around 100mm high.
My tips and I can say this because I have a spear pump is plenty of water, use a spreader not your hands, and sand top dress before you lay the seeds.
Very happy with the results and the customer service has been amazing to talk to.
High recommend you talk to the team for tips and advise on what grass is best and why before you buy.
Extremely happy with the product, service and speed of delivery. The website has everything I needed to know for a first timer like myself. The photo is the first cut and has come up great. Thanks McKays
Excellent stuff. Seeded the top half of my 2 acre plot and it came up a treat. Bottom half in image to be done in autumn next year, can't wait.
Perfectly balanced I can fill it and wheel without effort. It’s the best ever barrow for an elderly person. I use it for bringing my shopping inside from the car and carrying far bigger loads of wood than I could manage in the wheelbarrow. I’m amazed at how little effort is required. The only drawback is the 2 wheels stick out further than the barrow so I have to be aware of this when going through doors etc.
I chose to order based on quality advice received from staff. Informed and provided without over sell. Seed has yet to be sown so time and a little tlc will reveal all .. In this day and age of appalling customer service it’s good to find some good old fashioned service .. best you train the CEO at Qantas and the one at Telstra
I was dreading the long wait...if the seeds germinated at all. Well within one week I had green shoots everywhere and I couldn't believe my eyes. This product is terrific. I usually think the plant alternative is better than the seed option but in this case it's the seeds have proven 100% better in terms of coverage and speed of result. Thank you McKays.
I purchased 140kg of the Rye Blend seed for my 1.5acre and it took 5 days to germinate, is now 2 weeks into growth and looks amazing. The uptake has been remarkable. So happy with it. My brother has now purchased 40kgs of it and has had even better results. Amazing stuff. Delivery took about 2 days as well. Can't knock anything about the service or the product.
I had used Dichondra seeds from other company, barely had any results after 3 weeks!
But these seeds are incredible, it took 4 days to sprout and now after a week I can see leaves!
Germination was over 90% without even raking or covering with topsoil. Just watered the seeds into loose dirt and ran the sprinklers every morning. Pictures are 3 weeks apart.
have already reviewed the germination time , but thought that i would upload a couple of photos of what RPR and KBG look like together.. very happy with the results.
I purchased couch grass seed, it came quickly and was packaged well. High germination rate. I had to cancel a different order, I ordered by mistake, quick to to respond and refund.
Customer care was best I’ve had, very helpful to identify a grass question I had and she gave me her time, well worth using this company. And I will buy from them again based on their customer care. I’ve had issues with other companies an not even a reply. This is great and refreshing to have a Bussiness who cares and wants to help! Thank you again for your time!
I little sceptical about the chances of resounding success with lawn seed as opposed the turf but with a week I had lush coverage of about 70% of the seeded area and the coverage improves every day
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