Aggressiveness, vigor, and wear tolerance make Penncross creeping bent grass seed a natural for greens, tees, and fairways. Penncross' ability to perform under a wide range of conditions makes this bentgrass adaptable virtually worldwide. Golf course architects have specified Penncross bent grass seed for areas of extreme cold and heat, and Penncross bent grass has survived humidity where bermudagrass used to be the standard.

Penncross bent grass is designed for extensively managed golf greens and tees and lawn bowling surfaces. Penncross performs best in soils with a pH of 5.5 to 8. It has a moderate nitrogen requirement with 1-2 pounds of actual N per 1,000 square feet per year adequate in most situations. Penncross' optimum mowing height is 3/16 to 5/16 inch but can be adjusted higher or lower depending upon maintenance practices and intended use. Penncross creeping bent grass performs best on a sandy soil and tolerates clay soils with adequate drainage. Most bentgrasses do not perform well in wet areas, however, Penncross creeping bent grass can tolerate saturated soil conditions for short periods of time.

Penncross creeping bent grass can be seeded from 1-2 pounds per 1,000 square feet depending on the application. Cover seed to a depth not exceeding ¼" and keep seedlings moist until well rooted. Germination will take place in 7-15 days depending on soil temperatures, and the first mowing may be expected within 30 days, or when the plants have sufficiently rooted. Mow at a 3/4" height of cut or lower until turf is established. Limited use of the area can be expected in 6 weeks.

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