Description

Native Turf Grass Mix

Species:

66%  Buffalograss, Improved
34%  Blue Grama, Native

Buffalograss and Blue Grama are native, warm-season, short prairie grasses that are low maintenance due to low water requirements, low amounts of supplemental fertilization and require infrequent mowing. This is grass for full sun areas.

Improved Primed Buffalograss is selected for the variety’s hybrid vigor and its wide geographical adaptation. Blue Grama (Colorado state grass) adds a slightly deeper cast to the very light green color of the Buffalograss. Blue Grama is more adapted to sandy soil than pure Buffalograss.

NATIVE TURF GRASS MIX will turn straw-colored after the first frost in the fall and green up with warmer weather in the late spring.  This grass mix will grow the fastest in the summer and early fall.  It is not recommended for elevations over 6000 feet. This mix displays excellent cold, heat and drought tolerance. It is not salt or shade-tolerant.

When stored in a Cool and Dry environment, this mix has a multi-year shelf life.

Seed in the Spring when the soil has warmed to 65-70 degrees Fahrenheit.

General Grass Seeding Tips:

Preparation:  Ensure adequate drainage of your site.  Cultivate 4-6 inches with topsoil.  Incorporation of a starter fertilizer will help provide proper nutrients for early growth.  Keep the seedbed firm, not fluffy.

Seeding:  Using a drop spreader or a broadcast spreader, spread half the seed lengthwise over your site, and then the other half crosswise over your site.  See the recommended seeding rate.

Moisture:  To help promote good seed germination, keep the newly seeded area moist.

Maintenance:  Do not mow to less than 6 inches in height. Overseed bare spots to minimize weed growth.  Over-seed in the late spring and summer for this warm-season grass mix.

Want to learn more about the pros and cons of using native grasses?  Here is some further discussion on that topic.