*Planting
Instructions Centipede
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Excellent warm season turf grass
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For a sunny lawn
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Less mowing required compared to most turf grasses
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Low fertilizer requirement
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Seeding Zone: Extreme lower 8,9, Coastal 11
(These are not USDA zones, these are zone number
provided by Pennington Seed, please use their map below for correct location
for these zones)
Best Time
to Plant: Late spring or summer
Planting Depth: 1/8” – 1/4”
Germination Time: Up to 30 days
Seeding Rate*:
Minimum: ¼ - ½ lbs per 1000 sq. ft.
Ideal: 1/2 to 1 lbs. per 1000 sq.ft.
*Heavier seeding rates results in slightly faster coverage.
Color: Medium to Light Green
Texture: Medium
Sun Tolerance: High
Shade Tolerance: Moderate
Drought Tolerance: High
Traffic Tolerance: High
Disease Tolerance: Moderate
Recommended Mowing Height: 1 – 1 ½”
Planting Instructions
- Mix 20 pounds of dry sand with one pound of seed and
spread at right angles creating a crossing pattern on your lawn.
- To allow for maximum contact between the seed and the
soil, roto till or otherwise scratch area to be seeded to a depth of two to
three inches. Drag the surface smooth and firm the seedbed. Evenly
distribute seed over the soil and lightly scratch or rake area. Bury the
seed at the rate recommended on the bag. If erosion is a concern, mulch lightly with wheat straw to
prevent washing and keep soil moist. Do not apply a heavy mulch as
this can block light needed for germination.
- On existing lawns, scalp lawn and
remove all grass clippings. Fertilize, then distribute seed evenly and rake
with a heavy rake to help seed gain contact with the soil.
- Regular mowing will keep weeds clipped back and allow
young seedlings to grow into a thick turf. Mow centipede regularly where
crabgrass growth is heavy as it may be early fall before centipede seedlings
can be identified. Light fertilization in early fall and spring is
recommended.
- Mow at a 1 to 1 ½” cutting height, using a sharp
blade. Centipede grass does not require mowing as frequently as most other
grasses.
