BARENBRUG KIKUYU WHITTET SEED COATED TROPICAL (SPR) PER KG 9013512
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A medium-textured, light green, warm-season grass that spreads by vigorous rhizomes and stolons.
Kikuyu grass forms a tough, dense, springy turf under close mowing.
Adapted to moist, medium-textured soils of high fertility.
It is well adapted to high elevations, however, in the warm damp tropical lowland it becomes severely diseased and does not persist.
Features:
Winter dormant
High N requirement
High water requirement
Tolerance against diseases
No shade tolerance
Usage:
Sports fields (Rugby / Soccer)
Recreational areas
Horse race tracks
Common Questions
What sort of grass is Barenbrug Kikuyu Whittet?
It's a medium-textured, light green, warm-season grass that spreads by vigorous rhizomes and stolons. It forms a tough, dense, springy turf under close mowing.
What's this seed best used for?
Kikuyu Whittet is suited to sports fields (rugby & soccer), recreational areas, and horse race tracks.
What soil and climate does it need?
It's adapted to moist, medium-textured soils of high fertility and does well at high elevations. However, in warm damp tropical lowland areas it becomes severely diseased and won't persist. It's also winter dormant and has no shade tolerance.
What are the main requirements for growing Kikuyu Whittet?
It has a high nitrogen requirement and high water requirement. It does have tolerance against diseases, but won't survive in warm damp tropical lowland climates.
Do you ship this product Australia-wide?
Yes, this product ships Australia-wide via Australia Post or road courier. Select your preferred shipping method at checkout.
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