Sultan Bermuda Grass
Cynodon dactylon
Superior turf quality. Uncompromising value.
Certified SULTAN brand (Variety FMC-6) Bermuda grass represents the new generation in the development of seeded turf-type Bermuda grasses. SULTAN exhibits superior turf quality compared to other seeded Bermuda grass varieties, producing turf that is significantly denser, darker green and more uniform.
Features
Quality & Performance
- Superior playing surface and lawn quality
- Darker green colour relative to other improved varieties
- Fine Leaf texture
- High shoot density
- Fast establishment and vigour
- Responds well to regular mowing
Sustainability
- Indigenous to South Africa
- High heat, drought and salinity tolerance
- Good submersion tolerance
- Excellent waterwise option, with excellent capability of using reclaimed water
- Performs well in low pH soil
- Increased fertiliser efficiency
Applications
- Excellent ball support for sporting applications
- Superior fine leaf blade uniformity basal coverage density
- Strong durability, wear tolerance & recuperative capacity
Selection criteria
Suggested usage
- Sports fields
- Golf courses – including, tee boxes, fairways & roughs
- Full sun lawns, embankments and parks
Light exposure
Full Sun, Semi-Shade
Water requirements
Drought tolerant. Irrigation is suggested but not essential
Sowing times
- Frost free areas: Winter, Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Frost areas: Spring, Summer
Establishment period
Initial emergence
7 – 10 days
Lawn establishment
40 days
Note
These are general guideline timeframes, and may vary depending on specific conditions
