Have you seen a fine like web structure on your lawn recently? Well, it could be Spider Mites. In this blog, we take a look at what are spider mites are, common signs that they are present and how to remove them from your lawn.
What Are Spider Mites?
Spider Mites are native mites that are on average around 0.4mm long and, on close inspection can be seen by the naked eye. When present, they will usually stay on the underside of the leaf as this is where they will feed. These mites will usually feed around the vein of the leaf and will pierce the cell wall of the grass.
When there is an infestation of mites, this will often cause a bleached appearance to affected areas. These mites will also create a fine spider-like web. When large populations are present, the bleached grass and webbing will occur in a ring shape.
What Conditions Do Spider Mites Like?
Spider mites prefer hot and dry drought-like conditions. When hot and dry conditions are present, their lifecycle will speed up, and they can go from an egg to an egg-laying adult in as little as two weeks.
Spider Mite Lifecycle
Spider Mites have five stages in their lifecycle: egg, larva, protonymph, deutonymph, and adult. The newly hatched larva will only have six legs; once they are fully developed in their adult phase, they will have eight.
How to Deter Spider Mites
As Spider Mites prefer dry drought-like conditions, long and frequent irrigation can deter them. If you are concerned that they may be present, we recommend irrigating your lawn two to three times a week for around half an hour. This will help bring moisture back into the turf, helping to deter the mites.
How Can I Treat Spider Mites in My Lawn?
When it comes to treating Spider Mites in lawns, there are a few different miticide products that you can use.
A readily available and eco-friendly option is Eco-Neem. This controls various sucking and chewing pests. While these are still present, it is best to reapply every 7 days until they are controlled.
Other miticide options with the active ingredient Abamectin, safe for use in common lawn types including kikuyu, buffalo, couch, zoysia and rye grass include:
Are you wanting to give your lawn a boost this autumn, but not sure what to use? In this blog, we look at three of our favourite products to use this season to get the most out of your lawn.
Over recent years, new preventative lawn care products, particularly pre-emergent control for weeds and Acelepryn technology for grub prevention, have made caring for our lawns much easier. These products are helpful if your lawn or local region is prone to ongoing weed or pest pressures, like Winter Grass and Armyworm. Let’s look at how you can get the most out of pre-emergents and grub prevention technology this Autumn.
What Are Pre-Emergent Herbicides?
Pre-emergent herbicides like Oxafert 3kg and Oxafert Plus 20kg work by targeting weed seedlings during germination. Pre-emergents are particularly handy if you have had Winter Grass growing in your lawn previously. With Winter Grass, it will drop its seeds into the soil over winter and stays there till next Autumn when the temperatures cool. Once the soil temperature is cool enough, the seeds in the soil will start germinating and growing.
You can stop the weed invasion entirely by timing your pre-emergent herbicide application before the temperatures cool. Although we are only at the start of Autumn, we recommend having this product ready so you can apply it before the cooler temperatures begin. For most regions, the cooler temperatures will start around mid-Autumn.
We recommend using our Oxafert 3kg, covering up to 100m². If you have a larger area size, we also have Oxafert Plus 20 kg.
Acelepryn-based products like Grub Guard Ultimate are fantastic at preventing pest-related issues on your lawn. Lawn Grubs and Armyworm can go through your lawn in a matter of days, resulting in widespread damage. However, a preventative product like Grub Guard Ultimate can stop them entirely.
When applied at the higher application rate, Grub Guard Ultimate will provide your lawn with 6 months of protection, so two applications per year will provide you with seasonal control. As a general guide, Grub Guard Ultimate is best used in March/April and again in September/October when pest pressures are at their highest.
Acelepryn-based products are also one of the safest insecticides currently available on the market. Grub Guard Ultimate is safe for use around bees, earthworms, cats, dogs, birds, fish and mammals.
What Fertiliser Should I Apply to My Lawn in Autumn?
Along with preventative products, Autumn is an ideal time to apply fertiliser to get your lawn at its healthiest. In March, your grass will still actively grow, and repair can still occur. So, addressing any nutrient issues before the cooler temperatures start is important.
When choosing a fertiliser, we recommend looking for one with a balanced NPK ratio and micronutrients. Our favourite lawn fertiliser options include:
Lawn Solutions Premium Fertiliser
The Lawn Solutions Premium Fertiliser has both a fast and slow-release granule, giving your lawn a quick upfront boost while continuing to feed your lawn for the following 12 weeks. This will aid in a sustained boost for best all-round results. Our Lawn Solutions Premium Fertiliser is available in a 4kg and 10kg bucket.
The Pro Plus Mini Prill Fertiliser has a controlled-release granule that will release nutrients to your lawn over 90 days for a consistently supplied nutrient. One of its main benefits is its mini prill. This prill can go down into the lawn’s canopy and into the soil, where the plant’s roots can absorb it. This is especially advantageous for short-cut, highly manicured lawns.
If liquid lawn care products are more your style, or you want to provide a quicker boost, something like our Exceed Liquid Fertiliser will give a faster uptake in nutrients. Exceed is now available in a 2L Hose-on Bottle and a 2.5L Concentrate.
Does your lawn struggle to drain away water after heavy rainfall? Let’s take a look at why this can occur, how to stop waterlogging and the best way to help get your lawn on the mend.
Water is an essential element when it comes to caring for your lawn. Regular rainfall and irrigation help prevent your turf from drying out and becoming heat stressed. However, when there is a large amount of rainfall, and this moisture sits in the soil for an extended period, it can cause more harm than good.
Some waterlogged-related issues include:
Root rot
Disease
Turf discolouration
In extreme cases, turf death
How Does a Lawn Become Waterlogged?
Waterlogging will occur when drainage is poor or when there is excess rainfall over a short period. The soil underneath the grass will either reach its natural drainage capacity or the soil base will be unable to absorb more water.
If your soil has trouble draining away moisture after short periods of rainfall, other contributing factors may be at play. These include:
Compacted soil base
High clay content in soil base
Excess thatch buildup within the turf profile
Poor grading (area not sloped correctly)
If you haven’t been experiencing rainfall, and your lawn is waterlogged, this may be a sign that your irrigation system is leaking and needs to be addressed quickly.
What Should I Do When My Lawn Is Waterlogged?
When your lawn is waterlogged, it is important to keep traffic to a minimum until the area has a chance to dry out. This will help prevent compaction and divots within the soil profile.
After allowing a few days to pass and evaporation has taken place, you can then fix the underlying issue.
How Can I Fix a Waterlogged Lawn?
Waterlogging from Compaction
If waterlogging has resulted from soil compaction, we recommend aerating your soil. Aeration can be carried out in numerous ways, but one of the easiest and most effective options is to use a garden fork. To aerate, drive the fork into the profile and give it a good wiggle. Then, repeat this process across the affected area. This will help water absorb further down into the soil profile. If your lawn regularly receives foot traffic, consider adding this to your yearly lawn care schedule to help prevent further compaction-related issues.
Waterlogging from High Clay Content Soil
Use a clay breaker like gypsum if your waterlogging issues stem from high amounts of clay within your soil profile. Applying gypsum will help break up the clay into a ‘crumbly’ texture, better allowing for water movement within the soil.
Waterlogging from Excess Thatch Buildup
When waterlogging stems from an excess buildup of thatch, look at dethatching your lawn. Dethatching your lawn can be completed in a few different ways. Some popular options include:
Mowing low
Using a dethatching rake
Specialised dethatching machine
For more information on dethatching your lawn, please check out our blog here.
Please note, dethatching is best done in Spring and Summer and should be avoided in the cooler months while growth has slowed.
Waterlogging from Hydrophobic Soil
If your soil has become hydrophobic and is repelling water instead of absorbing it down into the soil profile, using a wetting agent like Lawn Soaker can assist. Lawn Soaker will help improve the penetration of water down into the soil profile by helping break down the wax like substance that is caused by the decomposition of organic matter.
Poor grading will impact where excess water runoff will pool. Ideally, you want to ensure the levels gently slope away from your house, towards a drainage system. This process will often require the help of a landscaper or drainage expert who can assess your property’s drainage needs.
How to Help Keep Your Soil Healthy After Waterlogging
After a lawn has become waterlogged or after heavy rain events, nutrients within the soil can leach, depleting your lawn of the nutrients it needs. To help replace these nutrients, we recommend applying a soil conditioner like our Lawn Kelper, available in both a 2L Hose-On and a 2.5L Concentrate.
Lawn Kelper Hose-OnLawn Kelper Concentrate
For more lawn care tips and advice, check out our other lawn care blogs here.
Are you looking for the best way to help prepare your lawn for the cooler winter temperatures? In this blog, we look at what you can do now to ensure your lawn heads into winter the healthiest it can be.
If your lawn received lots of foot traffic and wear over the last few months, or you have noticed your soil is compacted, look at soil aeration. Aeration is the process of helping create more space in the soil profile to better allow for water, nutrients and air to move throughout.
When soil becomes hard and compacted, your grassroots may become nutrient deficient, have difficulty accessing water, and struggle to grow deeper into the profile. This all affects your lawn’s overall health. Aerating your lawn now in Autumn will allow it to repair itself while it is still actively growing and help the grass be at its healthiest for the cooler months ahead.
Is It Worth Applying a Fertiliser to My Lawn in Autumn?
Did you know that Autumn is arguably one of the most important times to apply a fertiliser to your lawn? Addressing any nutrient deficiencies now will allow the lawn to recover before the cooler weather begins.
The Lawn Solutions Premium Fertiliser is packed with both a fast and slow-release granule, providing your lawn with a good upfront boost, while continuing to feed your lawn over the coming weeks for best all-round results.
Lawn Solutions Premium Fertiliser
If you have a shortcut or a highly manicured lawn and need a granule that can make its way down into the profile, we recommend using our Pro Plus Mini Prill Fertiliser. This contains a control-release granule that will constantly provide nutrients to the lawn over 90 days.
ProPlus Mini Prill
If you prefer to use liquid lawn care products, Exceed Liquid Fertiliser will provide your lawn with a quick and upfront boost. Exceed Liquid Fertiliser is now available in a 2L Hose-on Bottle and a 2.5L Concentrate.
Exceed Liquid Fertiliser
Do I Need to Apply Iron to My Lawn in Autumn?
Autumn is an ideal time to apply iron-based product like Iron Guard Plus to your lawn. Iron products are great to use when your grass is either heading into Winter or heading out of Winter, helping with colour enhancement, grass density and increased lateral growth.
Iron Guard Plus
Should I Use a Pre-Emergent in Autumn?
Autumn is one of the best times of the year to apply a pre-emergent herbicide like Oxafert or Oxafert Plus to your lawn. Pre-emergents work by targeting weed seedlings during their germination phase. Usually, pesky seasonal Winter weeds like Winter Grass will germinate in mid to late Autumn or when the average soil temperature reaches below 14°.
Therefore, it is best to time your Oxafert application just before the temperature drops, stopping Winter Grass from appearing on your lawn.
Oxafert 3kg
Do I Need to Be Mowing My Lawn Regularly in Autumn?
The short answer to this question is yes, but let’s consider why it is important. Although growth will start to slow over the coming weeks, this doesn’t mean you will need to stop mowing completely. Mowing regularly enough so that only one-third of the leaf is removed will help ensure your lawn stays thick and healthy heading into the cooler months.
For more lawn care tips and advice, make sure you check out our other lawn care blogs here.
In turf management, the appearance of your turf matters. So, ensuring you have the right tools in your toolkit is paramount. In this blog, we take a look at a lawn pigment – ColourGuard Plus.
Enter ColourGuard Plus — a solution designed specifically for the Australian market by Lawn Solutions Australia. This innovative product is not just about aesthetics; it’s about delivering superior performance and value to the commercial turf industry.
What is ColourGuard Plus?
ColourGuard Plus is a 100% Australian-made liquid turf colourant and fertiliser that enhances the natural colour of grass while promoting healthy growth. Unlike traditional turf colourants that simply coat the grass, ColourGuard Plus provides nourishment and protection, ensuring that your turf looks its best year-round.
Key Performance Attributes
Instant, Long-Lasting Green: ColourGuard Plus delivers an immediate boost in colour, transforming dull, patchy turf into lush, vibrant green spaces. This effect lasts up to three months, ensuring your turf looks impeccable regardless of the season.
Advanced UV Protection
Harsh Australian sun can cause turf to fade and dry out. ColourGuard Plus acts as a sunscreen for your grass, providing essential UV protection that helps maintain colour and health, even during peak summer.
In regions prone to water restrictions, keeping turf green and healthy can be a challenge. ColourGuard Plus enhances the turf’s ability to retain moisture, reducing the frequency of watering without compromising on appearance.
Environmentally Friendly
As a 100% Australian-made product, ColourGuard Plus is formulated to be safe for the environment, pets, and people. It is biodegradable and free from harmful chemicals, making it a responsible choice for your turf management needs.
Benefits for Turf Professionals
Cost-Effective Solution: By extending the green life of your turf and reducing the need for excessive watering and maintenance, ColourGuard Plus offers a cost-effective solution that maximises your budget while delivering premium results.
Versatile Application
Whether you’re treating a small area or an entire sports field, ColourGuard Plus is easy to apply and provides consistent coverage. It can be used on all turf varieties, making it a versatile tool in your turf management arsenal.
For landscapers, sports turf curators, superintendents, and council turf managers, maintaining a lush, green turf is crucial for all key stakeholders. ColourGuard Plus ensures that your turf is always in peak condition.
By choosing ColourGuard Plus, you’re not only supporting a 100% Australian-made product but also partnering with a company that understands the unique challenges of turf management in Australia – Lawn Solutions Australia.
To learn more or to place an order, visit Lawn Solutions Australia and experience the difference that ColourGuard Plus can make for your commercial turf management.
Autumn is an important time to look at getting your lawn back on track before the cooler winter temperatures set in. Let’s take a look at how you can get your lawn in the best shape it can be for the cooler months ahead.
Have You Checked Out the TurfTalk Podcast?
Are you looking for a lawn care podcast to give you tips, tricks and inspiration for caring for your lawn? Make sure you check out the TurfTalk Autumn Lawn Care podcast episode here.
In this episode, Joe and Nath discuss how Summer can often throw some challenges at our lawn. They also shed some light on how you can get your lawn in its best shape before the cooler temperatures set in.
Ultimate Autumn Lawn Care Video
We also have a handy Autumn Lawn Care Guide video that looks at pre-emergent herbicides, nutrient needs and mowing requirements for Autumn.
Tips For Caring for Your Lawn This Autumn
Should I Prune Back Trees and Shrubs This Autumn?
During the cooler months of the year, there will be fewer hours of sunlight, which can affect the health of your lawn, especially if it is in a shaded area. If your lawn has any non-deciduous trees and shrubs that shade it, we recommend pruning them to allow more sunlight to reach the lawn.
Should I Water My Lawn in Autumn?
Although temperatures will start to cool over the coming weeks, your turf may still need water, especially if you get the odd hot day or windy conditions. Common signs that your lawn needs a bit of extra water are if the leaf is wilting or losing colour, or footprint marks left behind in the grass when walking on it.
Should I Apply a Pre-Emergent Now?
Pre-emergent herbicides like Oxafert and Oxafert Plus are one of our favourite products to use in Autumn. They work by stopping weed seedlings during germination, before they have a chance to start growing in your lawn. Your pre-emergent application should be timed with the conditions in your local area. Seasonal Winter weeds including Winter Grass will start germinating when the average soil temperature is below 14 degrees, so it is best to time your application just before this occurs. For most regions of Australia, this will be around mid to late Autumn. However, it is a good idea to start planning your application now.
Is Autumn a Good Time to Remove Weeds from My Lawn?
Removing any weeds that have infiltrated will ensure your grass will have enough to grow back over and recover before your lawn enters dormancy where your lawns growth is less active.
For controlling common broadleaf weeds in your lawn like Bindii, Clover, Oxalis and Cudweed, we recommend using a broadleaf herbicide like All Purpose Weed Control, available in a 2L hose-on bottle. If you prefer a concentrate option, we recommend Estate Broadleaf Herbicide.
These hot and humid conditions can often cause the perfect breeding ground for disease. However, there are some prevention techniques that can be implemented to help stop a possible fungal disease in its tracks.
Reducing shade to the lawn by pruning back any surrounding trees and shrubs will allow for evaporation, helping the area dry out quicker. If the area can dry out quicker, it will be less likely to face issues with disease. Reducing shade will also allow the grass to photosynthesise more, helping with the lawn’s overall growth and health.
What Time of Day Should I Water My Lawn?
Adjusting your watering techniques is essential to help prevent your lawn from sitting damp for extended periods of time. If there is a hot day predicted and you need to water the lawn, we recommend doing so in the morning before the heat of the day. Afternoon/night watering should generally be avoided as the lawn will sit damp for an extended period.
Should I Use a Wetting Agent?
To help get the most out of rainfall or when irrigating your lawn, we recommend using a wetting agent like Lawn Soaker. Wetting agents can help water-repelling, and hydrophobic soils better absorb water so that it can get to the roots of the grass rather than pooling on the surface. Lawn Soaker is available in an easy-to-use hose on bottle, helping make application easier than ever.
Lawn Soaker – Soil Wetter
Why is Regular Mowing Still Important?
When you mow your lawn on an irregular basis, the grass will become more sparse and weak. During these times, especially with hot and humid conditions, the lawn will become more susceptible to disease. Regularly mowing will ensure your lawn stays the healthiest it possibly can.
So, How Regularly Should I Mow?
As a rule of thumb, we recommend mowing your lawn frequently enough so that only one-third of the leaf is removed with each pass.
How Can Aeration Help in Hot and Humid Weather?
Aeration is the process of opening up the soil profile to allow water, nutrients and air to flow better within the soil. This process can be achieved in numerous ways, but one of the most effective ways to aerate is by using a simple garden fork. To aerate, drive the fork into the profile of the grass. Then, give the fork a good wiggle to help fracture up the soil. Drive the fork into the ground around 10 cm apart and repeat this process across the lawn.
With all of these methods combined, your lawn will be better equipped to face the hot and humid temperatures that this summer brings.
For more seasonal lawn care tips and advice, make sure you check out our other lawn care blogs here.
Have you ever applied a fertiliser or herbicide to your lawn and it has caused more harm than good? In this blog, we look at why fertiliser and herbicide burns can occur and look at the best way to apply products to your lawn for the best results.
First things first, ensuring you follow the label instructions is paramount. Read through the whole label, including the critical comments, application rates, and restraint sections. These sections will outline how to ensure the product works to its full potential and maximise results.
What is the Best Time of Day to Apply Fertilisers and Herbicides?
The best time of day to apply products to your lawn is either in the morning or afternoon. Avoid applying products in the middle of the day when the sun is at its hottest. When products are applied when the sun is at its hottest, you are more likely to experience some burning to the leaf.
How to Evenly Apply Granular Products
When applying granular products, it is best to spread the product evenly over your area size. This can be achieved by using a fertiliser spreader or with a sweeping hand motion. Fertiliser spreaders work by having a small adjustable opening or valve. The fertiliser travels down to a spinning mechanism, then evenly disperses the granule.
Ensure the Product is Safe for Your Lawn Type
One of the most common lawn care mistakes we see is people applying products that are not safe for their lawn type. When products that are not compatible with your lawn type are applied, it can cause more harm than good!
If you are unsure of what type of grass your lawn is, check out our identification video here. If you need further assistance, please feel free to reach out to our team, and we will be happy to help.
Precautions For Applying Hose on Products
When applying hose-on products, you will need to be careful to not over or under-apply products to your lawn. Before you start spraying, take note of the application rate and its coverage. If your lawn size only requires one-fourth of the bottle, ensure that you apply it accordingly.
Another precaution to take when applying hose on products is to spray over your area evenly. When spraying, be mindful not just to spray over your problem areas but to spray over your whole intended area evenly.
For more lawn care tips and advice, make sure you check out our other lawn care blogs here.
Has your lawn been impacted by mole crickets? In this blog we look at what mole crickets are, and when they are considered to be a pest.
What Do Mole Crickets look like?
Mole crickets, members of the cricket family, spend nearly their entire lives underground. Their front half resembles a mole, equipped with sturdy, shovel-like claws designed for efficient burrowing. Unlike typical crickets that use their powerful hind legs for jumping, mole crickets have shorter back legs specialized for pushing dirt aside as they dig.
They are between 3cm to 4cm long with a rigid head and forelimbs while having a soft abdomen. On their face, they have two fine antennae and a pair of black beady eyes. These crickets will have two sets of wings: a pair of forewings and a pair of hind wings.
Where Do Mole Crickets Live?
Mole Crickets are most commonly found in coastal, urban and grassy woodlands where there is more rainfall. They are most active throughout the warmer months of the year.
How Do Mole Crickets Communicate With Each Other?
Mole crickets are primarily nocturnal, becoming most active after rainfall or recent lawn irrigation. Males position themselves at the entrance of their burrows, facing inward, and produce calls to attract females. Damp burrows are more appealing to females than dry sites, as they provide a more favourable environment for laying eggs.
Fact: Did you know that the male Mole Crickets are one of the loudest insects, with Cicadas being the loudest?
What Type of Mole Crickets Are in Australia?
Australia has its own native species of Mole Cricket called Gryllotalpa pluvialis. Other species found in Australia are the African Mole Cricket (Gryllotalpa africana) and the Changa Mole Cricket (Scapteriscus didactylus), which was accidentally introduced to the Newcastle area.
Why Are Mole Crickets Considered to be a Pest?
These insects feed primarily on grass roots to obtain nutrients, making them a significant pest, particularly on golf courses and lawns. Their feeding and burrowing habits can gradually cause patches of grass to wither and die over time.
How Can I Test for Mole Crickets in my Lawn?
If you are unsure if this pest is in your lawn, we recommend doing a soapy water test. To do a soapy water test, mix up a big bucket of water and add some dishwashing liquid. Then, pour the soapy water over the damaged area as well as the surrounding healthy turf. Then, keep an eye on the area for five or so minutes and see if any insects rise to the surface. This test is best done at dusk when they are most likely to be active.
How Do I Treat for Mole Crickets?
To treat a Mole Cricket infestation, we recommend using a fast-acting insecticide. Active ingredients usually include fipronil or bifenthrin.
Apply the insecticide as per the application instructions, at dusk is best, then irrigate the lawn for around 15 minutes. This will help the insecticide reach down deeper into the soil, as the mole crickets can burrow quite deeply. Repeat applications may be necessary.
For more lawn care tips and advice, make sure you check out our other lawn care blogs here or check out our YouTube Channel here.
Zoysia Australis has quickly become a top choice for homeowners and landscapers in Southeast Queensland. Its exceptional qualities and low-maintenance nature have made it a favourite among residents seeking a beautiful, durable, and easy-to-care-for lawn, and turf producer GoTurf can attest to that.
Ever since Australis hit the family-owned and operated GoTurf farm, it’s quickly become their number one selling retail turf variety, and the team is far from surprised. What is it about Australis that’s caught Southeast Queensland’s attention?
Turf expert Simon Pilbeam has been singing its praises as he’s witnessed firsthand why it’s a top choice, with customers continuing to reach out and share their appreciation months down the line. “Not only does it look incredible, but it’s also incredibly low-maintenance and has a good wear tolerance. Perfect for busy lifestyles, and with weather as good as ours, the more time we can spend enjoying our yard over maintaining it, the better.”
Bob, a thrilled homeowner in Burrum Heads, transformed their newly built property with Zoysia Australis turf last year.
“I’m absolutely delighted with the lawn,” Bob shared. “We listed our property this week. Have a look; the grass has come up well. It looks absolutely gorgeous, the best street appeal on the block.”
Simon chimed in, “The turf paired with the newly built home makes his house look like a million dollars, and his street appeal is the envy of neighbours. As he mentioned, choosing Zoysia Australis increased the value of his property. Besides the turf’s aesthetic appeal and beautiful hue, Australis would give every purchaser a satisfied feeling for their home.”
Down the coast in the Glasshouse Mountains, Matt Heilig, General Manager of GoTurf oversees over 150 hectares of turf and Australis share of the land is rapidly increasing to meet demand. Matt shared, “As one of Australia’s largest producers of popular Zoysia grasses over the past decade and a half, replacing these varieties with Australis was a no-brainer after watching it grow and farming it for an initial 12 months.
We are over halfway through replacing our current 30-odd hectares of existing Zoysia with Australis and at the rate of its popularity (with good reason), I can see it becoming a top grass for Queensland and Northern New South Wales down the line. I regularly check with customers who have had Australis for 12 months or longer, and it’s still as great as the day it arrived. In fact, in the past 18 months since Zoysia Australis came to market, we have not had a single piece of negative feedback. With over 100,000 sqm now supplied to the local market, that’s a great testament; it’s just a great grass.”
In the state’s capital, GoTurf’s Kieran Marsh weighed in on why it’s taken Brisbane by storm: “Since Australis has hit the market, we have seen a massive shift in the turf market in Brisbane. Australis has quickly taken over in popularity at the store at Brendale; once customers get the chance to get up close and personal and compare it to other varieties, it’s an easy decision to make.”
“Australis provides great aesthetics while being easy to care for; it can fit many different lifestyles, from lawn enthusiast to an everyday family backyard.” As Australis thrives in various conditions, from full sun to medium shade, you’ll find it gracing yards across the city, whether they’re bathed in sunlight or nestled under the shade of trees and buildings.
Despite its admiration and fast rise in popularity, Zoysia Australis is a relativity new kid on the block, but that doesn’t mean the science behind it is.
Zoysia’s pride and joy, cultivated with care
Are you familiar with TifTuf? The same scientist who developed the globally popular TifTuf Hybrid Bermuda Dr Brian Schwartz, also developed Zoysia Australis. Zoysia Australis has outperformed other Zoysias in testing in both the USA and Australia and is among GoTurf’s top picks for Australian families for its wide applications of use, good wear tolerance, and low maintenance needs.
Shade or shine, Australis thrives in a variety of conditions.
Are large buildings or trees casting shade on your yard? That’s no issue for Australis. It’s adaptable to both full sun and medium shade, making it a suitable contender for various properties. This hardy cultivar can photosynthesise (a critical step in maintaining the proper nutrient balance) in as little as 3-4 hours of direct sunlight each day.
A rapid rate of growth and establishment
Zoysia Australis develops a deep root system with strong rhizome growth during establishment. This exceptional root system promotes a soft, medium-leaf grass that enables it to recover quicker than other zoysia varieties from wear and tear, while also providing greater disease and weed resistance.
Not to mention, the strong root and rhizome system means that your Zoysia Australis lawn will stay lush and green without the need for a strict watering and fertilising schedule, making this one of the easiest turfs to care for.
Striking Appearance, changing hue
Zoysia Australis brings an aesthetic charm to home lawns, further solidifying its position as one of the best types of Zoysia grasses to grow in the region. Additionally, Zoysia Australis has some unique qualities when it comes to changing the season. During dormancy in the cooler months, it can develop a beautiful red hue, making it a stunning addition to landscaped properties.
Zoysia Australis is exclusively available from Lawn Solutions Australia accredited Members. You can see who your local Zoysia Australis supplier is near you here.
