Schedonorus arundinaceus
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
Segment
Turfgrass
Category
Tall Fescue
Species
Fescue, Tall
Sci. Name
Schedonorus arundinaceus
Approx. Seeds/Kg.
495000
Approx. Seeds/Lb.
225000
Seeding Depth (cm)
0.635-1.27
Seeding Depth (Inches)
1/4-1/2
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