MM8 Grass seed
"Not used yet but should be fine"
Description
MM8 Grass Seed
A traditional 100% Fescue mixture which is especially useful for spring overseeding of high quality golf greens to improve sward compostion and to aid recovery from disease scarring. This mixture is particularly suited to links style golf greens and exposed bowling greens without irrigation. The Fescue cultivars used have low nutrient requirments and produce a fine, dense sward.
Mixture Composition
| % | Cultivar | Species |
|---|---|---|
| 30 | Aporina | Slender Creeping Red Fescue |
| 30 | Cathy | Slender Creeping Red Fescue |
| 20 | Caldris | Chewings Fescue |
| 20 | Nikky | Chewings Fescue |
| 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.
MM8 Grass Seed Features
- Very drought tolerant
- Excellent disease resistance
- Lower fertiliser requirements
- Produces dense, fine sward
- Excellent spring overseeding mix
- Suitable for traditional, sustainable and 'Links style' regimes
Directions for Use
| Sowing Rate (g/m2) | Overseeding Rate (g/m2) | Mowing Height (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| 25 - 35 | 15 - 25 | Down to 5 |
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.
Overseeding Guidance
- Prepare the existing turf by removing excess thatch and limiting irrigation and fertilisation.
- Apply using the correct overseeding rate.
- For best results use a disc seeder or a studded seed roller.
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.
For further information regarding MM8 Grass Seed 20kg, please contact our technical sales team on 01902 440250.
Delivery and Returns
Delivery charge (if applicable) applied at checkout. Next working day delivery is available on some products, as an option on orders placed before 1pm - excludes festive season & bank holidays. Please note deliveries to Highlands, Cornwall and more remote areas may take longer. Surcharges apply for non mainland locations, call for more information - More delivery information.
We require deliveries to be signed for. If no one is available to sign for your delivery, you may request it is left in a safe place by leaving a signed note for the driver, requesting the item is left without a signature. Please note that this is left at your own risk and at the driver's discretion.
For large orders, please be aware that if you require a smaller 7.5 tonne lorry, the maximum weight for pallets is 750 kg - otherwise the standard pallet size limit of 1000 kg applies.
Please note:
- For deliveries that require a pallet, the pallet/packaging itself is the customer's responsibility and will not be uplifted or taken upon delivery.
- Deliveries are kerb side only.
- It is possible a pallet order can be delivered on a vehicle up to the size of a 26T lorry.
If you have any access restrictions for lorries or large vehicles please speak to our sales team on 01902 440250.
Collection from our Telford, Shropshire, Trade Counter is available for this product - More collections information.
Overall rating: 4.3333335 / 5 from 6 reviews.
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MM8 Grass seed
"Product supplied was as described"
MM8 Grass seed
"Reliable germination and very good durability and performance in use..."
MM8 Grass seed
"good bowling green seed mix, always had good germination results."
MM8 Grass seed
"Not yet used, but appear in good condition"
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"Just applied ! waiting to see the result..."
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