Schedonorus arundinaceus

SR 8700

SR 8700

Known for its durability and adaptability, SR 8700 tall fescue forms dense, coarse-textured turf that can withstand heavy foot traffic and recover quickly from damage due to a high rhizome number. Its deep root system enables it to tolerate drought and heat stress, making it suitable for a range of climates and soil types. SR 8700 turf-type tall fescue gives your lawn a beautiful look and feel with dark green, fine-textured blades. This turf exhibits excellent year-round color and requires minimal maintenance, making it popular among homeowners and landscapers.

Key features

  • Cool-season perennial
  • Dense, high-quality turfgrass
  • Excellent drought tolerance
  • Excellent traffic tolerance and recovery
  • Superior resistance to Brown Patch

Ratings

Scale 1-9, where 9 = best or most pronounced

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Segment Turfgrass
Species Tall Fescue
Sci. Name Schedonorus arundinaceus
Approx. Seeds/Kg. 495000
Approx. Seeds/Lb. 225000
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Kg./Hectare) 395-485
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Lbs./Acre) 350-435
Seeding Rate - Interseed (Kg./100 sq. meters) 4-5
Seeding Rate - Interseed (Lbs./1000 sq. ft.) 6-8
Seeding Rate - New (Kg./100 sq. meters) 4-5
Seeding Rate - New (Lbs./1000 sq. ft.) 8-10
Seeding Rate - Overseed (Kg./100 sq. meters) 4-5
Seeding Rate - Overseed (Lbs./1000 sq. ft.) 6-8
Endophyte + (Yes, No) Yes
Establishment (Days) 10-14
First Mowing (Days) 21-28
Germination (Days) 7-10
Mowing Frequency (Per Week) 1
Nitrogen Requirement (Low, Med, High) Low