Best Lawn Seed and Products for Winter in Northern Territory
No cool-season grasses for this area! Stick to warm season varieties - kikuyu, zoysia, couch grasses.
Seed Recommendations:
Recommended Blend for Oversowing Buffalo and Couch Lawns:
Essential Winter Fertilising Tips: Use All Season Fertiliser for established lawns in early winter. KickStart for new sowings to encourage root development. High-potassium fertiliser can improve cold tolerance
Your Go-To Guide for Winter Lawn Care:
- Mowing: Raise mowing height. Mow less frequently as growth slows.
- Watering: Water sparingly, only when soil is dry. .
- Weed Control: Use a pre-emergent like RECONDO to protect from Wintergrass. Repeat in Spring. Target winter weeds like Winter Grass and Broadleaf weeds with appropriate herbicides like Bow and Arrow or Ravage.
- Pest & Disease Prevention: Watch for fungal diseases in damp conditions. Use ACELEPRYN for grubs and insects.
- Leaf Management: Regularly clear fallen leaves to prevent smothering
- Avoid Foot Traffic: Your lawn is already in stress with the cold, avoid kids or pets from running around the area.