Seville vs. cheap contractor grass

Biff Malibu – posted 16 September 2008 11:30

Established lawn, about .5 acre, mostly a cheap, thin, not very vigourous St. Aug. I patched a few areas with some Seville ST. Aug. Its quite superior in grain, color, thickness, etc. Could I plug the rest of the yard with Seville, and would it ultimately “take over” the yard? What time of year is good for plugging? I’m in C. Florida. Thanks

Biff Malibu – posted 19 September 2008 08:50

C’mon man, somebody throw me a bone here!

tommy – posted 19 September 2008 18:46

Seville is an excellent choice! Spring is the best time to plug, because it gives the longest period of fill in time before cool weather comes in. However there is still quite a bit of warm weather left in your area, and any plugs put in now, will show some growth and coverage- and will have a good head start in which to really take off in the spring. Fertilize often during warm weather( every 6 weeks), but do not fertilize after mid Oct. First fertilizing in the spring will be mid March. After you have full coverage, reduce fertilizing to twice a year (spring and fall)

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Biff Malibu – posted 22 September 2008 07:28

Thank you! So do ya think it will “overtake” the cheap, thin St. Aug. I have now?

tommy – posted 22 September 2008 11:37

Yes, eventually the less dense grass will be taken over.

brevard – posted 22 September 2008 22:52

What are you thoughts on laying sod in late september/october?

Seems it may have some time where its warm but not scorching?

Will it be able to root in this time of year?

I have alot of shadey areas- which St. Aug variety would be my best choice?