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RIO
RIO BERMUDAGRASS
EXCELLENT
TURF QUALITY
TURF QUALITY
SUPERIOR COLD &
FROST TOLERANCE
FROST TOLERANCE
EARLY SPRING
GREENUP
GREENUP
GOOD RECOVERY
& WEAR TOLERANCE
& WEAR TOLERANCE
#1 NTEP RATED FOR
ESTABLISHMENT
ESTABLISHMENT
Rio is a top-rated seeded bermudagrass variety developed by the Johnston Seed Company. Rio exhibits excellent cold and frost tolerance as well as early spring greenup making it a great choice for not only the southern zone but also areas in the transition zone where bermudagrass is used. Rio germinates quickly and was the #1 NTEP rated variety in establishment. Rio has excellent turf quality and good wear tolerance. Rio is dark green and fine-bladed creating a very dense turf. Rio is drought and heat tolerant and can be used in a number of different applications.
ESTIMATED COST OF SOD VS SPRIGGING VS SEED
| Sod 1 Acre | Sprigging 1 Acre | Seeding 1 Acre | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
D.I.Y. Cost Range |
$17,700–$39,000 Sod, Delivery and Basic Prep |
$3,878–$10,534 Sprigs, Delivery, Equipment and Basic Prep |
$2,700–$8,132 Seed, Delivery, Equipment and Basic Prep |
|
Professional Cost Range |
$39,500–$82,600 Sod, Delivery, Basic Prep and Professional Installation |
$8,134–$23,302 Sprigs, Delivery, Basic Prep and Labor |
$4,928–$14,616 Seed, Delivery, Basic Prep and Labor |
Variables — Costs could be higher with extensive site prep, prices vary by location
Rio Bermudagrass — Developed by Johnston Seed Company