A force for great grass ProSelect® Groundforce is a stunning perennial ryegrass that delivers terrific overall performance. No wonder we include it in some of the ProSelect® blends for use in golf, sports, and general recreation areas. Groundforce produces a fine, dense mid-green sward with a clean cutting blade and good persistency. Offering excellent drought and disease tolerance, such as rust and red thread resistance, the variety has gained a high score of 7.4 for cleanness of cut – making it one of the preferred choices for top quality turf.
100% Perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne)
- Excellent seedling vigor
- Clean cutting
- Fine-leaved
For sports turf / residential / commercial, approximately 30-35 g/m² in the early autumn and late spring.
Keep seedbed moist during germination and establishment. Germinates in 5-8 days with optimal soil temperatures or 21-28 days at low temperatures. Full coverage expected in 6-8 weeks. First mowing recommended when turf reaches approximately 4 cm in height.
For best results, fertilize at annual rate of 20-25 g/m² of nitrogen. Deep, infrequent irrigation is best during cooler months. Increase frequency during the summer months. Reduce irrigation to assist spring transition.
Recommended mowing height of 1 – 4 cm.
Recommended period of use
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