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Seeding
Zoysiagrass Lawns
Zoysiagrass recently joined the lineup of grasses that can be
planted from seed. This long awaited event happened about four years ago. Many
people still do not know about this grass, let alone about the
availability of seed. The newest of
the seeded versions is the Zenith variety. Meyer and Zenith are the only two seeded
varieties at this time. They are so closely identical that only a true expert could
probably tell them apart.
ALWAYS PLANT ZOYSIA SEEDS SHALLOW !
(1/8 to 1/4 inch soil coverage)
The seeds must have light to germinate properly and only shallow
planting will allow this to occur..
One improvement leads to another in the world of
grassing and any added benefit of one over the other will be tested on lawns across
the world. Zenith recently joined
this lineup of grasses that can be
planted from seed. Preliminary results indicate this grass is
a winner, both with homeowners and commercial applications.
| SEED USE
NOTICE: Please note that we ONLY
recommend Zoysia seeds for use in bare soil areas.
Planting seeds into existing grasses has a HIGH
FAILURE rate. If planting into an existing lawn
(grass and/or weeds) we recommend that you consider
using Zoysia plugs
instead of seeds. |
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Ideal Seeding rates are
2 lbs. per 1000 sq.
ft. and 90 lbs. per acre. Heavier seeding rates produce better results especially with
a slow starter like Zoysia.
Seedland recommends that you
plant at the 2 LB. per 1000 square feet rate for best results.
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Overseeding with cool season
grasses such as ryegrass or tall fescue can give added green coverage through the cooler
season and provides for a year round green coverage. ---
However this is not recommended as it does present some problems
unless you understand the spring transition maintenance
requirements. The golden brown color offers a pleasant look
without overseeding.
Reseeding to convert the current lawn variety
to a newer variety may or may not work if you do not intend to kill
out the existing stand. In fescue lawns there have been
satisfactory results. In some lawn grasses, failure occurs
from the shade problem of the existing grass. We
always recommend that your first and best choice in trying to
improve a lawn is to work on what you have by watering, fertilizing,
and mowing properly. This will often work wonders on a
problem lawn.
For best results you should eliminate
all existing weeds and grasses by tilling. But many
individuals do not want to go to the expense and aggravation of
doing this.. You can apply a product such as Roundup® to kill the existing
grass.
If you don't want to kill the existing lawn
cover, then cut the existing
growth as close as possible if you are not going to kill the grass. Overseed heavily and water frequently for at least
10-20 days straight during warm weather and more frequently in really
hot / dry weather. Then water every other day. Do not
plant without irrigation. Fertilize lightly with a 10-10-10
(approximately 10 lbs per 1000 sq.
ft.)
Reseeding to fill in bare spots or areas that for some reason or the other were
damaged and killed is an excellent choice. Sprigging or plugging these areas will take the
same amount of time to grow in as the plant from seed will and the same care will have to
be given as to watering. The varieties from seed will mix in with the
vegetative propagated ones.
SEEDING:
(READ PREPARATION
BEFORE SEEDING)
READ MORE ON HOW
TO PLANT ZOYSIA SEED.
Watering the soil immediately
before and after seeding to hasten the
germination process. Soil temps of 70 degrees+ are desirable for
fastest germination. Some people find it easier to premix
seeds with fine sand or finely grained starter fertilizer. (If
you use fertilizer apply the mix immediately to prevent damage to
the seed). This helps to assure an
even coverage when well mixed and distributed with the spreader.. Seed using a
drop-type or cyclone type spreader and uniformly broadcast onto a freshly prepared
(moist, not dried out) seedbed.
Use at least
one to two pounds of
Non-coated Pure Zenith
or
Compadre
seed per 1,000 sq. ft.
The ideal planting rate with best results
is found using 2 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft.
When planting
coated seeds Increase to 2-3 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft.
Higher rates of seed per 1000 sq. ft. can result in faster
establishment. Some experts suggest 2 lbs per 1000 sq ft.
For Best results, we do not recommend
less than 2 lbs per 1000 sq. ft. as this rate has given the best
results in trial we have observed. Zoysia is slow to establish under normal
conditions (compared to cool season grasses), so
the use of higher seeding rates is HIGHLY recommended.
For best results seed
at 2 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft. (3 lbs. on coated seed) -- Spread half of the seed in one direction and the
other half in the opposite direction for an even coverage. Rake very lightly
so that the seed are planted from 1/4 to 1/2 inch in depth.
Ideally you should roll the area after planting with a lawn
roller. You can rent this device from many local equipment
rental firms. The
seed and soil need firm contact with very little soil or mulch
coverage to germinate properly.
When planted by PROFESSIONAL Grassing
experts... You will see planting rates recommended as low as
1 lb. per 1000 sq. ft. IF you (Homeowner or professional)
can correctly prepare the site, plant at correct depths,
fertilize regular, mow regular and provide irrigation to the
site it is possible to obtain a successful stand with 1 lb. per
1000 sq. ft. For homeowners we generally recommend seeding
at the higher rate of 2 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft, because they
rarely attend to the lawn on a daily basis.
GETTING QUICKER STANDS:
Water as often as needed which might be two or three times daily
to keep the surface constantly moist (not soaking) for
the first 20-30 days until you see a fair amount of the little
seedlings have sprouted. Thereafter, reduce watering frequency enough to keep good moisture
within one inch of the surface. Most experts say you still will need to water your
Zoysia planting every other day for 5-8 weeks gradually reducing the
frequency. Water is a key factor in successful establishment of Zoysia.
If you can't water daily, don't plant Zoysia.
Fertilize lightly at
the end of six weeks.
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SEEDING OLD LAWNS:
Many lawn owners wish to convert to Zenith by simply overseeding and this may or may
not work satisfactorily. If you wish to try this method, then proceed by cutting the existing grass as
close as possible (scalping if possible). Remove all thatch and clippings and roughing the
soil as much as possible to get better contact of the seed to the soil.
Start in spring and seed heavily to
get as much seed as possible worked into the existing lawn soil. Water frequently for at least
10-20 consecutive
days during warm weather. Keep the area mowed to prevent and
minimize shading of the germinating seedlings.
A better method is to apply roundup prior to
seeding. Make sure you apply according to the directions on
the Roundup and wait for the proper time span. Killing your
existing grass and weeds will allow you to plant without tearing up the soil.
Of course the ideal method is to plant on weed free, tilled and
smoothed soil.
DO NOT: Use any type of pre-emergence weed control or weed and feed
fertilizer for at least 60 days before or after seeding ZENITH. After seeding do not use any weed
control chemical that is not labeled and recommended for ZOYSIA grasses.
It is best to avoid using any weed & feed fertilizers until you
have mowed your lawn areas 5-6 times.
Zenith Zoysia grass is for the person who is tired of pampering bluegrasses and
fescues. Once established it does not need petting. Mow and water if necessary and enjoy a
beautiful outdoor carpet of your very own.
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