Formal Grass Seed The high proportion of chewings fescue in this seed mix produces an extremely fine sward which is suitable for high quality ornamental lawns. Slender creeping red fescue and browntop bent help to provide resistance to wear and an ability to strengthen the sward. The mix is able to respond well to a reduced mowing regime. Formal Grass Seed Features Fine appearance Reduced mowing Excellent recovery due to inclusion of rhizomatous species Mixture Composition % Cultivar Species 50 Heidrun Chewings Fescue 25 Trophy Strong Creeping Red Fescue 20 Smirna Slender Creeping Red Fescue 5 Highland Browntop Bent All cultivars chosen in this mixture are independently tested and rated for performance by the Sports Turf Research Institute. *Cultivars are subject to availability, and may differ from that listed. Directions for Use Sowing Rate (g/m2) Overseeding Rate (g/m2) Mowing Height (mm) 30 - 50 - 15 Sowing Guidance Prepare the surface before sowing ensuring that: Stones & weeds are removed. There is sufficient drainage. The surface is level and firm. The surface is moist. Sow the seeds evenly, using the correct sowing rate to a depth of approximately 10 mm. Ensure that the surface remanins moist for at least 2 - 3 weeks. Make the first cut when the grass is 5 - 6 cm tall and tillering has started. Seed Treatment HEADSTART® GOLD is the improved seed technology that works to help improve amenity grass establishment in all situations. This, in addition to the quality of MM seed, provides turf with the best available start in all reseeding of sports and amenity circumstances. Used in all the Designer ranges, HEADSTART® GOLD covers areas in association with Winter Sports, Summer Sports, Golf, Landscapes with Ryegrass and Landscapes without Ryegrass. More information on the HEADSTART® GOLD technology Disclaimer: Occasionally shortages of some varieties may occur, therefore we reserve the right to replace unavailable varieties with a suitable alternative. Any alteration to the mixture will be clearly shown on the bag label. Our standard terms and conditions of sale apply.
