Cypress

Poa trivialis

Description

Cypress rough stalked bluegrass is a dark green fine textured, quick establishing cool season perennial grass. It prefers a cool moist soil and is a common ingredient in mixtures for shady areas due to its high shade tolerance.

Characteristics

FEATURES:

Quick germinating
Dark green color
Prostrate growth habit
Shade tolerance
Low heat tolerance

BENEFITS:

Rapid establishmen
Quick cover
Useful in shade mixtures
Perfect for winter overseeding

Uses

Shade mixtures and winter overseeding of dormant grasses

Seeding Rates

New turf: 6-8 pounds per 1000 square feet
Overseeding: 5-7 pounds per 1000 square feet

Establishment

Emergence: 14-21 days
Establishment: 3-4 weeks
First mowing: aproximately 35 days.
First limited use: aproximately 30 days.

Adaptability & Care

Growing region: A cool season grass best adapted to cool moist soils.
pH range: 5.0 to 7.0
Mowing height: 1-1.5 inches as low as 0.5 inches in shady areas

Ingredients & Specifications

98% Minimum purity
85% Minimum germination
2,000,000 – 2,500,000 seeds per pound