Bermuda Couch Grass Seed

Description

Bermuda Couch grass is tolerant to saline or poor quality irrigation water. It is also highly wear tolerant. It produces rhizomes and stolons which allow recovery from damage from below-ground and across the surface. It is a good choice where a low thatching type is required. It is a native grass to the African Savannah and India.

Optimal pH: Bermuda Couch performs best in soils with moderate acidity (pH 5.8-7.0), but tolerates more alkaline conditions.

Sowing Tips: For best results, sow in full sun in well-drained soft top soil or sandy loam. Broadcast the seed at, or very near, the soil surface and incorporate lightly with raking. To ensure best coverage and avoid seed wastage we recommend using an appropriate seed spreader for the size of your area. Soil must remain damp throughout the germination period of both seeds and must be maintained for at least 1-2 weeks after sowing, through irrigation or natural rainfall.

Optimal Planting Time: Spring to late Summer (if access to watering) with soil temperatures consistently above 18 degrees. Cooler climates should plant in Summer. For cooler regions or for seeding in Autumn, we also recommend McKays Couch Blend.

Germination: Under ideal conditions, germination may begin within 7-10 days (climate and season dependent). Allow 10-21 days for full germination. Full coverage may be attained in 4-6 weeks. More time may be needed for establishment if sowing early or late in the season.

Water: Keep moist until the roots are well established, water consumption after this time should be significantly reduced. Is moderately salt tolerant.

Fertilising:  Requires generous Nitrogen applications for optimum performance during the growing season. Fertiliser application is recommended approximately 6 weeks after sowing during the active growth phase.

First Mowing: When grass is 1/3 taller than the desired mowing height. Couch performs best at mowing heights of 13-38mm.

Mowing Frequency: 1-2 times/week during active growth and remove no more than 1/3 of the leaf per mowing.

Mowing Tips:

• The lower you mow it, the more often you need to mow
• In shady areas increase the mowing height of the grass
• Mowing is the best form of weed control

Disadvantages of Couch grass: 

• Does not tolerate shade well.
• As it is a warm climate grass it can lose its colour and become dormant over winter, particularly when exposed to frosts.
• It may go into summer dormancy after a prolonged drought, but it survives with an intact surface that will green up rapidly whenever rain falls.

Seed & package details: 100% Couch. Please note: This seed may be coated with a product used to improve germination and protect the seed. Batches of coating may vary in color.

Independently tested: 99% Min Germination, 98% purity. A seed testing certificate is available upon request.

Ideal Usage: Residential Lawns, Tees, Fairways, Sporting Grounds, Airports, Commercial Landscapes.

Where can I sow this grass in Australia? Australia wide.

Shade Tolerance: Poor

Daily Sunlight Required: 6+ hours

Drought Tolerance:  Excellent

Frost Tolerance: Poor

Traffic Tolerance: Excellent, self repairing