Schedonorus arundinaceus
Firewall
Firewall Turf-Type Tall Fescue (PS6-WEI) performs as the name implies, it creates a barrier that keeps out Brown Patch and degradation due to intense wear. The Brown Patch resistance contributes to its excellent shade tolerance. Firewall achieves all of these claims while also being top rated in turf quality at multiple locations throughout the coun- try, ensuring that you have a top performer, no matter where you decide to use it. Firewall can also tolerate mowing heights as low as 1/2 inch, making it one of the most versatile tall fescues on the market!
Key features
- Summer Drought tolerance
- Superior Resistance to Brown Patch
- Excellent Traffic Tolerance and Recovery
- High Density, High Turf Quality
General Characteristics
Establishment (Days)
10-14
First Mowing (Days)
21-28
Endophyte + (Yes, No)
Yes
Germination (Days)
7-10
Mowing Frequency (Per Week)
1
Nitrogen Requirement (Low, Med, High)
Low
Segment
Turfgrass
Species
Tall Fescue
Sci. Name
Schedonorus arundinaceus
Seeding Information
Approx. Seeds/Lb.
225000
Approx. Seeds/Kg.
495000
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Kg./Hectare)
395-485
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Lbs./Acre)
350-435
Seeding Rate - Overseed (Lbs./1000 sq. ft.)
6-8
Seeding Rate - Interseed (Lbs./1000 sq. ft.)
6-8
Seeding Rate - Interseed (Kg./100 sq. meters)
4-5
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