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Sir Walter Buffalo

Sir Grange Zoysia

ABOUT THE PRODUCT Sir Walter is a wide-leaf buffalo which is a versatile turf as it will grow anywhere; full sun or shade, and in extreme heat, frost or drought. With low maintenance, this lawn is also disease and fungus resistant, self-repairing, soft to touch and low allergy. This turf is drought tolerant, shade tolerant, wear tolerant and has a 10 year product warranty. AFTERCARE Establishing Deep water immediately after installation (within half an hour). Water thoroughly for 7-10 days so turf (and roots) are kept moist, or until established. Mowing Once the turf has planted root (approximately 2-3 weeks, longer in winter), mow lightly. Mow every 5-7 days in the hot months; mow every 3-4 weeks in the cold months. Mow at 20-50mm cutting height. Watering Buffalo responds best to less frequent deep watering. Once established, water 2-3 times a week in summer months and once a week in winter, pending weather Fertilising Fertilise twice a year with a complete slow release fertiliser, in early April and early September.

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ABOUT THE PRODUCT Rhizomatous Tall Fescue (RTF) is a tall growing, single bladed grass that has a very lush deep green appearance. It is evergreen and requires low maintenance because it does not develop a build-up of thatch like other common grasses, meaning it does not require scarifying, however it does benefit from annual coring. AFTERCARE Establishing RTF can be planted all year round but does not like being planted in very hot conditions. Once planted, a thorough soaking with water is required straight after installation. Furthermore, it will need frequent deep watering until well established. Do not let the roots dry out. The first mow can be undertaken once your turf has established and the root system can no longer be lifted from the ground Mowing Will require mowing at least once a week. Mowing height of 30-40mm during the winter months. Mowing height of 40-50mm during the summer months. Avoid scalping as you could damage the root system of the turf. Watering Once established you will need to water up to 4 times per week during the summer months and adjust accordingly to cooler weather. Fertilising Fertilise every 8-10 weeks all year around to maintain evergreen appearance

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ABOUT THE PRODUCT Eureka Kikuyu is a coarse textured grass with leaves which are 4-5mm wide. It has shown rapid recovery from damage and provides a good, dense coverage. Eureka is a vigorous grower that stands up to a wide range of conditions. Eureka prefers a sunny aspect, and is good for both home lawns and larger spaces such as racecourses, parks, fairways and reserves. This turf shows good resistance to wear, to water logged soils and comes with a 10 year product warranty. AFTERCARE Establishing Deep water immediately after installation (within half an hour). Water thoroughly for 7-10 days so turf (and roots) are kept moist, or until established. Mowing Eureka Kikuyu looks best when mown every 7 days at a height of approx. 25mm during the warmer months. Regular mowing will prevent thatching and encourage a tight growth mat. Spring is the best time to de-thatch lawn so mow very low at the beginning of spring to remove the thatch. Watering Once established, water twice a week during Summer to maintain. During Winter, water as weather permits. Fertilising Fertilise 3-4 times a year with a complete slow release fertiliser.

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ABOUT THE PRODUCT Nullarbor couch perfect for domestic lawns, commercial lawns, domestic and sporting surfaces. Fine leaf blade which is dark green in colour, has rapid recovery from damage and has a great wear tolerance. Grows best in full sun conditions. AFTERCARE Establishing Soak for 10-14 days after installation (or until established). Keep the roots wet and do not let them dry out until they have knitted into the turf. Mowing Best cut short at the beginning of Spring and kept short until Autumn, make sure to fertilise during this period. Dethatch in early Spring right through Summer. It is recommended to dethatch every two to three years based on mowing habits. Recommended mowing height is between 13-15mm. Watering Once established, water weekly or as necessary, depending on weather. Use the colour of the lawn as guidance. Winter watering not usually necessary as the grass is dormant during this time. Fertilising Fertilise three times yearly in Autumn, Spring and Summer. Granular fertiliser recommended.

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ABOUT THE PRODUCT TifTuf Bermuda has a very fine leaf blade with dense growth, making it ideal for a wide variety of applications. Its density enables it to handle high wear situations such as back yards and sport fields. TifTuf requires on average of 38% less water than other varieties, has a 10 year product warranty and is 100% genetically pure. This turf is drought tolerant, shade tolerant, wear tolerant and maintains colour during winter months. AFTERCARE Establishing Do not use a starter fertiliser. It is okay to use Oxafert as a pre-emergant, best to use between Sep-Nov and Mar-May Weeks 1 & 2: Water deeply 1-2 times a daily Weeks 3 & 4: Water deeply every second day Weeks 5 & 6: Water deeply twice a week Week 7 onwards: Water deeply regularly Leaf must be kept continually moist throughout establishment period Mowing Mow 3-7 days after installation (ensure turf has taken root before mowing) Mow at 20-40mm cutting height Mowing may be required on a 4-7 day interval Watering UGA tests showed TifTuf uses 38% less water than other varieties Though drought tolerant, TifTuf best performs when it receives a deep watering regularly. In warm weather, watering should be increased Fertilising Should be fertilised 2-3 times a year, early in spring, summer and autumn Fertiliser should be applied at 1/4 rate. Over fertilising can damage the turf If using organics, use only liquid fertilisers

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ABOUT THE PRODUCT Sir Grange’s dark green fine blades gives it a high shade tolerance and low maintenance, making for a very versatile turf. Originally developed for golf courses, Sir Grange responds well to wear and tear and Australian weather. This turf requires less mowing, less water and less time, making it perfect for busy households. AFTERCARE Establishing Soak for 10-14 days after installation (or until established) Mowing Only remove 1/3 of the leaf blade each time Dethatch in late winter just before grass comes out of dormancy Watering Once established, water only when the grass appears to be dry Minimise irrigation during winter to avoid water log Fertilising Fertilise between early spring and mid to late summer if required Requires 1/3 of the fertiliser used on other turf varieties

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Noonan Fine Leaf Kikuyu

Santa Anna Couch

Sapphire Soft Leaf Buffalo

(Must be laid immediately after delivery for best results) ABOUT THE PRODUCT Noonan Dwarf Kikuyu grass, a turf perfectly suited to the South Australian climate. It can handle our hot summer’s and mild winter’s all while being extremely soft under foot, with a beautiful green colour and using less water. Our kikuyu grass turf has the ability to repair itself if damaged and is ideal for high traffic areas or those with kids or dogs. AFTERCARE Mowing Regular mowing weekly to fortnightly recommended during growing season the recommended height approximately 25mm, with no more than 1/3 cut off the leaf in any one mow. Fertilising Fertilising is recommended 6 – 8 weeks after laying and then once each season.

(Must be laid immediately after delivery for best results) ABOUT THE PRODUCT Very fine leaf Santa Anna grass (very deep green in colour). Water usage very low once established. Mowing every 1 - 2 weeks in summer, every 2 - 3 weeks in autumn and as required in winter. Fertiliser recommended in October and May, with a better winter colour retention if fertilised in late autumn. Santa Anna grass will withstand high traffic areas as it; Self repairs Full sun Quick to establish Grows in most soil types AFTERCARE Watering Must be deep watered for up to 21 days after laying. The need for summer watering can be guided by the color of the grass, if it turns a blue/grey shade, this indicates that it is stressed and in need of watering as soon as possible. However, usually once weekly should be sufficient, depending on climate. This can be reduced as needed in cooler months. Mowing Santa Anna Couch requires a straightforward maintenance program of watering, mowing and fertilizing. Recommended mowing height for couch grasses is approximately 13-15mm. Coring/scarifying is required approximately every two years depending on your mowing habits. Fertilising All purpose lawn food should be applied 4 weeks after laying and then another 3 times during the year. Regular weed control is required, particularly in winter months.

(Must be laid immediately after delivery for best results) ABOUT THE PRODUCT Excellent turf variety for shady areas and also excellent for full sun areas, Sapphire Soft Leaf Buffalo has a finer leaf in comparison to other forms of buffalo. It has low water requirements once established. Deep green colour in warmer months, will go dormant in winter, however a good fertilize in Autumn will help retain more colour. Laying instructions: Remove all building waste and weeds from the area before preparing the soil. Spread a free draining soil to a depth of 7-15cm (roots can penetrate much deeper) or loosen ground and mix in appropriate soil conditioners (phone a soil supplier for more advice on this option). For sandy soils, simply mix in organic material and rotary hoe. Level the surface using a screeding board, lawn leveller or similar device. In hot months, moisten the soil but do not make the soil too wet. Do not lay the buffalo grass on a hot, dry day. On hot days, lay a section of the Buffalo grass and lightly water. Repeat until all turf is laid. On cool days, the Buffalo grass can be laid all at once. Top dress Buffalo grass with 5-10mm of clean free draining sand, water in completely then roll in with a water roller. Roll and water thoroughly within one hour of laying the turf. Water thoroughly for 7 - 10 days or until the Buffalo lawn is established. Take care that the water is saturating the soil beneath the turf. In colder months, the Buffalo lawn will take longer to establish. The turf should not dry out until roots are established. When the soil has firmed and the grass has rooted down, usually 2 - 3 weeks after laying (longer during winter) mow lightly to tidy up you new lawn. AFTERCARE Maintenance When mowing, no more than 30-40% of the leaf should be removed in any one mow. Keep mower blades sharp and do not cut wet grass. Sapphire is best at 30-40mm length. In a shady position it should be kept longer at all times, in spring, the lawn can be mown down to a height of 15mm (except in shady areas). In Summer, mow every 7 – 10 days, autumn and winter every 2-4 weeks, if necessary. Fertilising All purpose lawn food should be applied 6-8 weeks after laying and then another 3 times during the year / seasonally

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