Sporting Valley bluegrass sod consists of a blend of 3 hybrid Kentucky Bluegrass varieties bred for their resistance to disease and aggressive growth habit. We are constantly is touch with University researchers and Turfgrass breeders so that we can provide our customers with the finest varieties available. Kentucky Bluegrass offers a deep, dark, green color and is ideal for full sun areas. The aggressive growth habit of Kentucky Bluegrass makes it a preferred choice for athletic fields.

Grass Seedlings

Characteristics:

Cool-season grass – dark green color and dense, beautiful appearance, medium leaf texture with excellent leaf uniformity. Forms a strong sod via rhizomes.

Recommended Usage:

Widely adapted basic lawn grass of the cool, humid, semi-arid and temperate regions – recommended for residential and commercial lawns. Also, widely used on sports fields and play areas, parks, cemeteries, commercial lawns and roadsides.

Temperature Tolerance:

Thrives in cool weather and will tolerate very cold winters – undergoes stress during extremely hot weather, but will maintain good color and appearance if properly watered and cared for.

Drought Resistance:

Medium – can go into summer dormancy when irrigation is withheld; upon return of moisture supply, will green up again. Some varieties have better tolerance to heat and drought.

Shade Adaptation:

Fair to poor – thrives in sunny areas – a few varieties are moderately adapted to partial shade.

Wear Resistance:

Medium – recovers quickly from occasional abuse – will withstand moderate foot traffic usage – rhizomes enhance quick recovery, especially in spring and fall.