Lolium perenne
Wicked Cool
Wicked Cool Perennial Ryegrass offers superior performance, as demonstrated in the 2022 NTEP trials, excelling in fairways, overseeding, and traffic tolerance. Known for its very dark green color, this ryegrass is a top choice for creating high-quality turf. Selected for its resistance to common turf diseases such as Gray Leaf Spot, Dollar Spot, and Rust, Wicked Cool thrives under various conditions and maintains its lush appearance even in challenging environments. It’s one of the fastest-growing grasses, quickly forming a dense, attractive turf, making it ideal for sports fields, parks, and golf courses.
This perennial ryegrass variety adapts well to a range of soil types and conditions, ensuring reliable performance across different climates. With its fine-leaf texture and outstanding turf quality, Wicked Cool creates an aesthetically pleasing lawn or playing surface. It’s also a great companion for other grasses in mixed seed blends, offering quick establishment, high-density coverage, and excellent disease resistance. Its low-maintenance nature makes it a hassle-free option for anyone seeking durable, beautiful grass that can handle high foot traffic and environmental stress.
Key features
- Superior performance in 2022 NTEP
- Top turf quality in fairways, overseeding and traffic trials
- Very Dark Green Color
- Selected for Gray Leaf Spot, Dollar Spot and Rust Resistance
Segment
Turfgrass
Category
Ryegrass
Species
Ryegrass, Perennial
Sci. Name
Lolium perenne
Approx. Seeds/Kg.
550000
Approx. Seeds/Lb.
250000
Seeding Depth (cm)
0.635-1.27
Seeding Depth (Inches)
1/4-1/2
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Kg./Hectare)
335-450
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Lbs./Acre)
300-400
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.)
7-9
Seeding Rate - Overseed (Kg./100 sq. meters)
4-5
Seeding Rate - Overseed (Lbs./1000 sq. ft.)
6-8
Endophyte + (Yes, No)
Yes
Establishment (Days)
7-10
First Mowing (Days)
10-14
Germination (Days)
3-7
Nitrogen Requirement (Low, Med, High)
Low