Penn Cross Bentgrass competes with Poa annua on putting greens, tees and fairways. PennCross Bentgrass breeding began with 156 vegetatively-propagated Bentgrasses and was later reduced to 21. These were crossed for turf performance, and the components were tested under a wide variety of locations in the U.S. and Canada. Results show that PennCross Bentgrass has wide adaptability, tight, upright growth characteristics and fine leaf texture.~~~ Penn Cross Bentgrass competes with Poa annua on putting greens, tees and fairways. PennCross Bentgrass breeding began with 156 vegetatively-propagated Bentgrasses and was later reduced to 21. These were crossed for turf performance, and the components were tested under a wide variety of locations in the U.S. and Canada. Results show that PennCross Bentgrass has wide adaptability, tight, upright growth characteristics and fine leaf texture. Product Information Application or Use: Golf Course Putting Greens, Tees & Fairways, Turf Germination Time: 7 - 15 days, under optimal conditions Growing Locations: Cool Season & Transition Zone Height: 0.5 - 0.125 inches Sunlight Requirements: 6 - 8 hours, full sun for best results Advantages: Drought tolerant, and exceptional insect and disease resistant. When to Plant: Recommended planting time is late summer and early fall when night time temperatures are between 50 and 65 degrees. Product Detail Used on putting greens, tees and fairways Fine leaf texture Strong seedling vigor Aggressive growth and good wear tolerance Medium dark green color Product Information Penn Cross Bentgrass is recommended for use with golf courses (fairways, tees, and greens) and Winter overseeding of Bermudagrass Greens. PennCross Bentgrass performs best on sandy soils, and tolerates clay soils with adequate drainage. Bentgrasses do not perform well in wet areas; however, PennCross can tolerate saturated soil conditions for short periods of time. *Product packaging may appear different than what is pictured.~~~ Plant the seed to make good seed-to soil-contact, and keep seedlings moist until well-rooted. Germination will take place in 7 - 15 days, depending on soil temperatures, and the first mowing may be expected within 30 days, or when the plants have sufficiently rooted. Mow at a 3/4 in. height of cut or lower until turf is established. Limited use of the area can be expected in six weeks. PennCross Bentgrass performs best on sandy soils, and tolerates clay soils with adequate drainage. Bentgrasses do not perform well in wet areas; however, PennCross can tolerate saturated soil conditions for short periods of time. It performs best in soils with a pH of 5.5 to 8. It has a moderate nitrogen requirement with 1 - 2 lbs. of actual N per 1,000 sq. ft. per year, adequate in most situations. Optimum golf green mowing height is 3/16 - 5/16 in. but can be adjusted higher or lower depending upon maintenance practices and intended use. For new turf applications, use 1 - 2 lbs. / 1000 sq. ft., and for overseeding of existing turf, use 1/2 - 1 lb. / 1000 sq. ft.
