Bermuda · Warm season

Tifway^™

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Overview

The classic hybrid Bermuda: dense, fine-bladed, and a workhorse of fairways, tees, and athletic fields across the West.

Best For

Golf tees & fairways

Athletic fields

Sunny residential

Specifications

Blade: Fine
Sunlight: Full sun
Water: Moderate
Traffic: Excellent recovery
Mow: 3/8 to 3/4 in

About Tifway^™

Tifway^™ Bermuda Hybrid Grass

A versatile, disease resistant hybrid Bermuda

A versatile hybrid Bermuda which tolerates close mowing and is disease resistant. It spreads rapidly to provide a dense sod which is wear tolerant and heals quickly. This water conservative warm season grass becomes dormant in the winter and may develop some thatch. Available overseeded with perennial ryegrass for winter installation jobs.

Available at these farms

Moreno Valley, CAFresno, CAPalmdale, CA

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General Rating

These ratings give a general guideline to help you choose the right sod for your needs. For in-depth questions, contact the farm nearest you.

Drought Tolerance

Disease Resistance

Wear Resistance

Shade Tolerance

Winter Color

Heat Tolerance

Maintenance Guide

Watering

For the first 20 days, water as needed to keep the topsoil moist to a 3-inch depth. After 20 days, water three or more times a week during warm weather. In cooler weather, water once or twice a week. Sandy soil requires more frequent watering than clay soil. Inland areas require more water than coastal areas. Special attention should be paid to slopes and mounds where runoff occurs. More frequent, shorter watering may be necessary.

Fertilization

Fertilize in four to eight week intervals during warm weather, depending on your lawn’s color. Light green is an indication that your lawn needs fertilizer. Use an all-purpose fertilizer, and follow label directions.

Mowing

Mow seven days after installation. Mow to a height of 3/8 to 3/4 inches. Tifway should be mowed at least once a week during the warm season. You will not need to mow when your sod is dormant. Never mow more than one third of the blade at one time; it may injure the plant.

Diseases

Tifway is highly resistant to common disease problems. The appearance of brown spots may be a result of a watering problem. If brown spots remain after adjusting your watering routine, a disease may be present. Consult your local garden center as soon as possible.

Weed & Insect

After your new sod has been established at least four weeks, you may begin pesticide application for insect control, if necessary. Because pest and weed conditions vary from area to area, it is best to follow the recommendations of your local garden center or other sod specialist in your area.

Dethatching

To minimize thatch, dethatch at least once every two years. It may be done as often as once a year. The preferable time to dethatch is in the spring.

Technical Data

Spec Sheet (PDF)

Technical Data

Common Name: Tifway
Species: Hybrid Bermuda 419
Growth Rate: Summer 1/4 to 1/2 inches per week; Winter 0 to 1/4 inches per week
Root Depth: 3 to 6 feet, depending upon soil type and watering patterns.

Adaptability

Soils Range: Fair tolerance to saline soil conditions.; Amendments are recommended for heavy clay soils to promote drainage.
Temperature Tolerance: 10°F. to 120°F.
ET0: .5 minimum, .7 preferred
pH Range: 5.0 to 8.5, 7.0 optimum
Shade Tolerance: Prefers full sun, but tolerates 20% shade.
Geographic Range: (Refer to temperature tolerance above.)