Bermuda Grass Seed Lawns

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For those of us who live in a warm climate Bermuda grass seed is a good choice. It grows best at above 60 degrees as below this temperature it is dormant. It is resistant to drought, tolerant of full sun and low growing. It is a good choice of lawn grass if you live near to the coast as it is salt tolerant. If you have a lawn consisting of Bermuda grass then you will need know how best to look after it. However because it grows so quickly it may be hard to keep it under control.

Watering Bermuda Grass Seed Lawns

As Bermuda grass is so drought tolerant it does not require very much watering so over-watering can be a problem. If you do water too much you’ll encourage the growth of fungus and insects. In order to promote the growth of deep roots water once a week during the summer months to a depth of one inch. This is called ‘deep’ watering and ensures that the water is deep enough to reach the roots.

Mowing Bermuda Grass Seed Lawns

Maintenance of Bermuda grass is very easy. The grass grows fast and tends to smother any weeds that may start to grow. Mow regularly at a cutting height of between one an a half and two and a half inches. Regular mowing will help to control any weeds that do manage to survive.

Feeding a Bermuda Grass Seed Lawn

As this type of grass grows so quickly it needs regular feeding to maintain the growth. A blend of fast and slow release fertilisers with a nitrogen content of around 30% is ideal. Fertilise at the rate of around half a pound of fertiliser to a five hundred square feet.

Conclusion

For warmer, sunny climate Bermuda grass seed is ideal. It is low maintenance, thrives in hot, sunny conditions and grows fast! See our range of Bermuda grass seed.

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