Hybrid Bermuda

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Hybrid Bermuda

Southland Sod Farm’s Bermuda sod is a high-quality hybrid Bermuda known for its lush green appearance, durability, and excellent heat and drought tolerance. It features a fine leaf texture with an open growth habit, making it ideal for regions with hot, sunny climates. This variety is commonly used in golf courses, sports fields, and commercial landscapes. Hybrid Bermuda is also known to generate non-viable seed heads.

Maintenance Requirements

  • Fertilization: Requires regular fertilization for optimal growth. Follow soil test
    recommendations.
  • Irrigation: Moderate water requirements; can withstand drought but performs best
    with regular watering.
  • Mowing: Frequent mowing is recommended for a manicured appearance. Mow to 0.5
    to 1 inch (1.27 to 2.54 cm).
  • Thatch Control: Requires dethatching occasionally if thatch buildup occurs.
  • Aeration: Necessary in high-traffic areas to reduce compaction.

 

Notes
Southland Sod Farms Bermuda sod is a high-quality hybrid Bermuda known for its lush
green appearance, durability, and excellent heat and drought tolerance. It is ideal for
regions with hot, sunny climates and is well suited for home lawns and sports fields.

Specifications

Common Name:   
Hybrid Bermuda

Species:  
Cynodon Dactylon

Varieties:
Generic

Appearance:
Bright green, fine-to-medium blade texture, low-growing and dense turf

Leaf Blade Width:
Approximately 2-3 mm

Recommended Use

  • Lawn
  • Golf Courses
  • Sports Fields
  • Parks
  • Commercial Landscaping

Performance Characteristics:

Drought Tolerance
Excellent

Heat Tolerance
Excellent

Cold Tolerance
Moderate

Shade Tolerance
Poor – Fair (best in full sun)

Traffic Tolerance
Excellent (recovers well from wear and tear)

Disease
Resistance Good

Standards and Measures:

Establishment
Seed or Sod: Typically established via sodding or sprigging.

Seed Rate: Not applicable.
Time to Establishment: Rapid establishment under favorable conditions.

Environmental Considerations
Water Efficiency: Well-suited for areas with water restrictions due to its drought
tolerance.
Pesticide Use: Minimal need for pesticides when properly maintained.
Chemical Sensitivity: Tolerant to most common lawn and turf care chemicals.