spgreene1 – posted 30 September 2002 19:47
Any idea where to buy st. augustine seed and what are the different varieties and their characteristics? Thanks.
George777 – posted 30 September 2002 20:31
ST. Aug- Sod or plugs, vegitativeSpreading habit: Stolons or above ground runners.Leaf texture: CoarseShoot density: Medestablish rate: fastRecuperative ability: goodWear Resistence: FairCold tolerance: Poorthatch: HighShade: Excellent
Problems:, chinch bugs, SAD(st. aug decline), thatch,grey leaf spot, spring dead spot.
Cultivars: Floratam shows resistence to the SAD virus and chinch bug
Raleigh- SAD resistant, and is more winter hardy then Floratam.