Yukon (OKS91-11) seeded turf-type bermuda grass is the best choice for turf managers needing an exceptional seeded bermuda grass, no matter what bermuda growing zone they are in – worldwide! Developed by the Oklahoma State University Turfgrass Research Team, in conjunction with the USGA. This seeded bermuda grass is a synthetic variety produced by the intercrossing of five parental plants that were selected in 1990 from a cold hardy study, based on high turf quality. Yukon is the most dramatic improvement in seeded bermuda grass varieties to date.
Yukon is known for its terrific cold tolerance. It can be planted further North then other bermuda grasses without the winter kill and it will stay green longer before going in to dormancy for the winter.
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Yukon Bermuda Grass Seed Advantages
Yukon uses up to 25% less water than other bermuda grasses, while maintaining superior turf quality, according to university studies. In Oklahoma, Mississippi and Arkansas, Yukon has surpassed all other seeded varieties and many of the vegetative varieties for Spring Dead Spot resistance, Early Spring Green-up and Winter Survival. Yukon's performance exceeds many sod or seeded bermuda grass varieties available today.
Yukon Bermuda Grass Seed Performance
Yukon has expanded the bermuda grass planting zone — it is the turfgrass professional’s top choice for projects from the Equator to the Transition zones of the world. In trials, it has shown excellent turf quality and winter hardiness at both 0.5 inch and 1.5 inch mowing heights. Yukon has consistently outperformed other seeded turf bermuda grasses in the NTEP trials, as well as other test sites across the United States and overseas. Golf superintendents, parks and sports field managers, landscapers, as well as other quality turf professionals will find this improved turf-type seeded bermuda grass an advanced performer. Yukon can be seeded on new projects, as well as interseeded into existing turf of similar quality. Highest ratings for turfgrass quality, color, density and texture, rank Yukon as the best choice for turf managers, wherever bermudagrass is grown. Additionally, with its excellent winter survival and cold tolerance, Yukon bermuda grass seed becomes a stand-alone choice for transition zone plantings.
Yukon Bermuda Grass Seed Benefits
- Early Spring Green-up
- Superb winter hardiness
- Top NTEP ratings for turf quality
- Outstanding drought tolerance
- Higher stolon density
- Spring Dead Spot resistance
- Uniform, dark green color
- Excellent alternative to sprigs & sod
- Short internodes
- Reduced vertical growth
- Ultra dense, ultra fine texture
- Increased Fall color retention
Bermuda Grass Seed Establishment
- Seed new turf: 2-3 pounds per 1,000 square feet (90-125 pounds per acre)
- Seedling Emergence: 7-10 days
- First Mowing: Approximately 21 days
- Full coverage: 30 days from bermuda grass seed
- First limited use: 60-90 days
- Seeding Rate: 2-3 pounds of per 1,000 square feet (90-125 pounds per acre)
