Common Unhulled Bermudagrass
Common Unhulled
Description
A vigorous, warm season grass which spreads by creeping stolons as well as rhizomes. It is a very prominant grass throughout the southwest. Common bermuda exhibits medium texture and has a more open turf than improved varieties. The ‘Unhulled’ form means that the hull or sheath on the seed has not been removed. This results in slightly increased germination time. Although bermuda should be planted in warm weather the unhulled form can be planted in cooler weather and will become established later.
Characteristics
FEATURES:
- Outstanding heat & drought tolerance
- Excellent durability
- Fast growth during warm season
- Medium-fine texture
- Germinates quickly
BENEFITS:
- Lowest water needs of any turfgrass
- Ideal for high traffic areas
- Recovers quickly from injury and wear
- Uniform growth habit
- Rapid establishment
Uses
Ideal for all high traffic areas:
Home lawns, Sportsfields, Golf Courses, Cemeteries
Tolerates wide range of soil conditions. Avoid planting in shaded areas, full sun is ideal. As with all warm season grasses, it goes dormant in winter months.
Seeding Rates
New turf: 4-5 pounds per 1,000 square feet or 175-225 pounds per acre.
Overseeding: 2-3 pounds per 1,000 square feet or 90-125 pounds per acre.
Fall overseeding with ‘Grand Slam’ perennial ryegrass at the rate of 8-10 pounds per 1,000 square feet.
Establishment
Emergence: 10-14 days. Longer in cooler weather.
Establishment: 6-8 weeks. Longer in cooler weather. Can seed almost anytime during year.
Adaptability & Care
Growing region: Warm season grass adapted to southwest.
pH Range: Tolerates wide range
Salinity: Tolerates wide range
Fertilization: Recommended once a month with 16-6-8 during warm months.
Mowing height: 1-1.5 inches.
Remove thatch as needed.
Ingredients & Specifications
UNHULLED BERMUDA GRASS
95% Minimum purity.
85% Minimum germination.
1,200,000 seeds per pound.