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Rio Bermuda Grass Seed
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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.MORE BERMUDA GRASS OPTIONS
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TURF QUALITY
FROST TOLERANCE
GREENUP
& WEAR TOLERANCE
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.
“Rio is a very fast establishing variety. The color is very dark and the density and overall quality last much longer than other seed varieties. Rio compares to the vegetative varieties I have worked with.”
IL. Photo Research Center • Padua, Italy
“Rio’s density, durability, and recovery rate provide a world-class playing surface. I can say without hesitation that RIO is a critical part of what makes our club a premier destination for polo.”
Hermosa Polo Club • Santa Ynez, CA
“Once Rio grows in, it is hard to tell it was grown from seed. I have fairways right next to it that were sprigged, and they are not as dense as RIO in spots.”
JC Golf • San Marcos, CA
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
Planting Guide
SOWING TEMPERATURE
65F +
WHEN TO PLANT
Spring 65F or up to 6 weeks before first frost
AVERAGE GERM TIME
5 - 28 days
DAYS TO FIRST MOWING
28 - 35 days
PLANTING DEPTH
Surface to 1/8 Inch
SOWING METHOD
Broadcast or Drill
MOWING HEIGHT
1/2 - 1 inch
ENVIRONMENT
Full Sun
ZONES
6 - 10
Grass Specifications
IDEAL FOR
Lawns
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Fast Growing, Dark Green
ESTABLISHMENT RATE
Fast
MOISTURE REQUIREMENTS
Moderate to High
ACIDIC SOIL TOLERANCE
Medium
SALINITY TOLERANCE
Very Good
COLD TOLERANCE
Good
SHADE TOLERANCE
Poor
WEAR TOLERANCE
High
THATCH TENDENCY
Medium
FERTILIZER NEEDS
Medium
SEASON
Perennial