New Zealand's Experts
From Earth to Turf
Turf Tall Fescues
Turf tall fescues have very good tolerance of hot or cold weather extremes. This species has a high quality, dark and fine turf appearance, and retains its green colour deeper into the summer due to a strong deep root system.
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Currawong II tall fescue
Currawong II produces a low growing dense sward and can be used in any situation where a premium turf-type tall fescue is required. These situations include sports fields, parks, home lawns, sod farms and golf course roughs.
- Bred for Australasian conditions
- Year-round performance
- Attractive glossy, medium dark green colour
- Dwarf growth habit
- Contains endophyte
Lagertha turf tall fescue
Lagertha was bred from advanced American material developed over many years by Rutgers University. In New Zealand a selection was undertaken for turf performance, disease resistance and adaption by turf breeder Louise Carpenter.
- Moderately fine, dense turf type tall fescue
- Dark green with excellent colour retention
- Excellent persistence without irrigation
- Contains endophyte
- Mowing height between 50 - 150 mm
