What grass seed?

[paula24]

Hi

We just had soil done. Just wondering what is best grass seeds to spread shortly.  

Thanks

Paula 

[paula24]

Sorry Mitchell 

I am on website.  Few options with Kikuyu.  I dont know which one please 

Paula

[MitchellMc]

I think the Scotts Lawn Builder 1.4kg Seed & Feed Kikuyu Lawn Seed would be a good option @paula24. It's on the more budget side and comes with those fertilisers.

It covers 60 square metres.

Mitchell

[paula24]

Thank you so much Mitchell 

Paula

[paula24]

Hi Mitchell

the grass seed that you recommended the   Scotts Lawn Builder 1.4kg Seed & Feed Kikuyu Lawn Seed  has that got rye in it. just looking at reviews seems to have mixed reviews on the product. 

also the area is aprox 130sqm. i think i would need maybe 3 to 5kg bags. are they available?

paula

[JacobZ]

Hi @paula24,

Yes, that seed pack will contain rye grass seeds.

The main reason is that kikuyu seed is notoriously slow and patchy to establish, while ryegrass germinates very quickly.

Kikuyu seed can take anywhere from 2–4 weeks to sprout (and longer in cool conditions), and even then, the seedlings are fine and vulnerable until they spread by runners. By contrast, ryegrass will often germinate within 5–7 days, providing an almost instant green cover. Including ryegrass in the mix means the lawn area doesn’t look bare or weedy while you’re waiting for the kikuyu to establish. It also helps stabilise the soil, reducing erosion and suppressing weed invasion in those early weeks.

Over time, the ryegrass tends to thin out, especially through hot summers, while the kikuyu — being a vigorous, warm-season grass — takes over as the dominant species. 

In some mixes, annual ryegrass is used specifically because it naturally dies out after a season, leaving the kikuyu to spread.

If you had concerns with this, it may be better to look at purchasing turf slabs or a different species of grass seed. 

Let me know what you think and if you have further questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

Jacob

[paula24]

Thank you Jacob for information.  

I looked at review and some said that the rye took over so I wasn't sure.

Are they seeds that is Kikuyu only.

I am hoping to seed area in the next week or two.

With instant turf expensive and installation. Trying to keep it to certain budget

[MitchellMc]

Hi @paula24,

Yes, we have Munns Professional 500g Pure Kikuyu Lawn Seed, which is 100% Kikuyu. This seed contains premium turf-grade Emerald Kikuyu, which is less invasive than regular Kikuyu, has a richer green colour, and a finer leaf texture.

It also comes coated with an advanced germination booster, a slow-release 3-month fertiliser, and a professional-grade wetting agent to improve germination and root development. The coating is multi-purpose, helping to deter birds while also allowing you to see where you’ve sown the seeds.

A 500g pack will cover approximately 23m² of new lawn. Germination times will depend on temperature and soil moisture, so it’s essential to keep the soil consistently moist, especially during warmer periods, to achieve the best results.

Mitchell

[paula24]

ok. the total area i think its 120sqm

does it come in bigger amount

paula

[MitchellMc]

Hi @paula24,

Unfortunately, the pure Kikuyu seed does not come in a larger amount. If you are looking to cover a bigger area such as your 120sqm, the option available is the blend with ryegrass. The ryegrass is included in the mix because it germinates very quickly and helps infill the space, giving you coverage while the Kikuyu is still establishing. The only thing to be mindful of is that ryegrass can become dominant if it is not kept under control. If you allow it to grow too long, it can smother out the Kikuyu. To prevent this from happening, it is important to mow regularly in the early stages. This will keep the ryegrass in check and allow the Kikuyu the time it needs to establish. Once the Kikuyu has taken hold, it will gradually overtake the ryegrass and become the main grass in your lawn.

As long as you maintain regular mowing, there should be no issues with using the blend, and it will help you achieve quicker coverage than relying on a pure Kikuyu mix.

Mitchell

[paula24]

Sorry about the questions. 

What percentage is rye and Kikuyu.  I couldn't see anything on packaging 

Paula