beachside – posted 18 March 2005 15:58
I live near the beach in Central FL and have grown tired of problems with St. Aug grass. (chinch bugs, fungus, wear) Since I have kids who love to be on the yard, I’ve decided to go with Bermuda. Is there anyone out there with suggestions/tips for having a successful bermuda lawn in FL?
I tilled and planted an annual rye which has grown in nicely. I’m waiting for it to warm up and then I’ll be planting Bermuda Triangle as the rye dies out.
Any suggestions would be most appreciated!
Turfmiester – posted 18 March 2005 20:16
Have you thought about SeaIsle 1, (Seashore Paspalum). It handles a wide range of pH levels, 4.0-9.8 . High tolerance to salt spray. Low fertilization, Minimal Pesticide requirements. Good rooting in sandy soil. Darker green than Bermuda. Can be overseeded with ryegrass. Excellent Low Light Intensity Tolerance. Low tree shade tolerance, similar to Bermuda. But if you are intent on a Bermuda lawn, try Tiff 419. That is what is used on most golf courses and football fields in the south. It is an excellent grass and is not too expensive to put down as sod or sprigs
JoeCa86 – posted 21 March 2005 15:06
Ihave heard Sea Isle turfgrass is high maintenance and subject to broad scale fungus problems. In your experience, turfmeister, is this true?
turfie – posted 04 April 2005 20:18
If I may…personally I like the way seashore paspalum looks, feels, and performs. During the hurricanes ours never even went off color. It requires less fertilizer. I have heard various reports that it gets more diseases than other turf species, but if properly managed it shouldnt be a problem.