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COMPARISON OF ZOYSIA GRASSES

PLANTING SITES - Compadre Zoysia can be seeded on any turf grass project that is specified for zoysia grass use. This variety is an excellent choice to replace common zoysia, or any of the the other seeded zoysia brands or varieties, as well as a good substitution for some of the vegetative varieties. Golf course tees, fairways & roughs, sports fields, schools, parks and home lawns can all use zoysia for high quality turf.

LEAF WIDTH & TEXTURE - The leaf width or texture on mature, established Compadre Zoysia grass is approximately half that of Traveler brand Zoysia or Common Zoysia grass, which is considered a coarse textured grass. Compadre Zoysia will have a leaf width and turf texture more similar to that of Meyer vegetative Zoysia, a medium to medium-fine textured turf grass variety. (Higher seeding rates and lower mowing heights, with more frequent mowing can reduce this leaf width even further.)

• Compadre (seed) - 1/8 - 1/4 inch (3 - 7 mm)
• Meyer (vegetative) - 1/8 - 1/4 inch (3 - 7 mm)
• Common (seed) - 1/4 - 3/8 inch (7 - 9 mm)

Mowing Recommendations For Zoysia Grass

• Compadre - 3/8 - 2 inch height ( 9 - 50 mm)
• Meyer - 3/8 - 2 inch height ( 9 - 50 mm)
• Common - 1 - 3 inch height (25 - 75 mm)

SEEDING RATE - One to two pounds of high quality zoysia grass seed per 1,000 square feet is the recommended planting rate for most turf applications. With higher seeding rates, and a regular maintenance program, the Compadre Zoysia will have a medium-fine texture and a higher turf density.

SEED PLANTING RECOMMENDATIONS - Broadcast the seed at or very near the soil surface and incorporate very lightly with raking, a light mulch covering or a roller - the use of a Brillion seeder or including the seed in the tank of a hydroseeder are often the most successful seeding methods. Zoysia seed needs light to germinate, so the seed should be at or very near the surface of the soil for the best germination results. A planting depth of 1/4 inch (5 mm) or shallower gives the best germination results - a deeper planting depth will prolong the germination and establishment time. With the seed so close to the surface, it should be watered quite frequently with light water applications until germination is complete - this will keep the seedlings from drying out as they sprout. A soil temperature of 70 - 80°F (18-25°C) at a 2 inch depth will give the most immediate germination results. If faster germination is needed, spread the seed out and expose it to light for 48 hours prior to planting, or pre-soak the seed for 48 hours in warm water, then dry back down and plant. Both of these techniques can cut the time needed for germination by half.

ZOYSIA SEED FORMS - Zenith and Compadre zoysia seed are available as raw, natural seed. Compadre used to come as a coated seed but does not anymore.

Comparison Of Zoysia Grass Spread Rates

RHIZOMES & STOLONS / RATE OF SPREAD - all Zoysia varieties spread by surface stolons and underground rhizomes. The presence of rhizomes also increases the hardiness of the variety, for winter survival or drought tolerance. Some vegetative varieties have few rhizomes, mostly spreading by surface stolons or runners.

Comparison of Zoysia Grass Colors & Density

TURF GRASS QUALITY / COLOR & DENSITY - Zoysia species and cultivars vary widely in their density, texture, color and other turf grass quality characteristics. Compadre Zoysia is noted for its darker green color and improved density.