Summer is here: Time to sow Warm Season Grasses
See our tips for your State below or go straight to the products you need.
- Kill Weeds: See our Chemicals Range
- Fertilise: See our Fertilisers for Summer
- Oversow: Shop our best blends for Summer
VICTORIA
As the days grow longer, and the warmth settles into Victoria it’s the ideal time to prepare your lawn with seed and fertiliser. Keep in mind that January and February's extreme heat can be challenging for cool-season grasses. If you're sowing warm-season varieties, be ready to water diligently to help them thrive in the summer sun. See all recommendations for VICTORIA here.
NEW SOUTH WALES/ACT
In NSW and the ACT, warmer weather means it’s the perfect time to sow warm-season grasses, especially up north where conditions are ideal. Keep the soil moist with regular watering to ensure successful germination and establishment of a summer-ready lawn. See all recommendations for NSW/ACT here.
TASMANIA
In Tasmania, the shorter warm weather window makes cool-season grasses the top choice for a lush, green lawn. Cool-season grasses are perfectly suited to your conditions and can maintain a vibrant appearance throughout the year with proper care. See all recommendations for TASMANIA here.
QUEENSLAND
Queensland’s sunny climate makes it the perfect place to grow a lush, green lawn, but it also means you need to pick the right grass varieties to handle the heat. Need more drought tolerance? Stick to Couch and Kikuyu and water in the early morning or late evening for best results. See all recommendations for QUEENSLAND here.
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Keep in mind that January and February's extreme heat can be challenging for cool-season grasses. If you're sowing warm-season varieties, be ready to water diligently to help them survive in the summer sun. See all recommendations for SOUTH AUSTRALIA here
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
In WA, frequent irrigation is key, particularly during the hot summer months. If drought tolerance is a priority, warm-season grasses like Couch and Kikuyu are ideal for creating a resilient lawn that stands up to dry conditions. See all recommendations for WESTERN AUSTRALIA here.
NORTHERN TERRITORY
When it comes to tackling the Northern Territory’s tropical climate, warm-season grasses like Couch and Kikuyu are the ultimate choice. These grasses thrive in the region’s heat and humidity, making them ideal for creating a lush, resilient lawn that can withstand challenging conditions. See all recommendations for NORTHERN TERRITORY here.
LINKS FOR PRODUCTS:
Warm Season Lawn Seed: Hint - it needs to be hot for these to germinate.
- Turbocote Kikuyu Lawn Seed
- Royal Bengal Improved Couch
- La Prima Improved Couch
- Turbocote Couch Grass
Blends with Warm and Cool Season Varieties: Hint - these are good for places with a warmer Autumn/Winter.
Oversowing Blends: Hint - these are good for oversowing warm season grasses or in areas that have a colder winter.
Cool Season Grasses: Hint - these germinate quickly and are good for sowing in the colder season.
- Landscape Range Premium Lawn Seed Blend
- SR 4660ST Perennial Ryegrass
- Landscape Range Greenland Lawn Seed Blend
- Defiant XRE Tall Fescue Blend
- Defiant TTT Ryegrass Blend
- Rapid Green Budget Lawn Seed Blend
Fertilisers: Hint - use this on your existing lawn
- Landscape Range All Seasons Fertiliser (for all existing lawns)
- Landscape Range Super Green Controlled Release Fertiliser
- Nitro Green Iron Boost Fertiliser (with added iron)
Starter Fertiliser Hint - use this when you sow lawn seed