Essential Lawn Care Tips For Wintergreen Turf Owners

Wintergreen Couch Grass, a popular variety known for its bright green colour and fine, soft texture, is a favourite among Australian homeowners. A hybrid of couch grass, it's a hardy variety, resistant to most diseases and able to tolerate wear and tear from children and pets. However, if you want to keep your Wintergreen turf looking its best, it's essential to follow a few key lawn care tips.

Wintergreen grass is an excellent choice for homeowners who want a low-maintenance lawn that remains green and lush throughout the winter months. This hardy grass is drought-tolerant, frost-resistant and requires less water and fertiliser than many other turf varieties. Furthermore, its fine leaf texture and deep green colour make it an attractive option for any landscape.

Wintergreen couch is well-suited to the climate of South East Queensland. It goes dormant later than some other varieties and responds well to fertiliser and irrigation. Wintergreen grass has a medium-green colour and a dense blade, making it popular for a variety of lawns. This grass can tolerate sunshine and requires less water than other couch hybrids. It even holds its vibrant green colour well throughout the cooler months. 

It's important to note that Wintergreen grass requires full sun and requires a minimum of 80% sunlight for best growth. Ensure your lawn is in the sunlight for at least 6 hours a day. If the area has more than 2 hours of shade per day, this grass may struggle to thrive. If you’re searching for turf for a shaded area, consider Palmetto turf instead.

Although Wintergreen couch is hardy when fully grown, be wary of full strength footfall and heavy traffic until it has fully established. If you need to use the lawn, try to evenly distribute traffic to avoid one area receiving too much damage.

One of the key aspects of maintaining Wintergreen couch is regular mowing. This grass variety benefits greatly from a consistent mowing schedule, which helps maintain its good density and overall health. However, never remove more than one-third of the grass’ blades during each mowing session.

Wintergreen couch responds well to fertiliser and irrigation. Regular applications of a quality fertiliser (every 3-6 months), combined with an appropriate watering schedule, will help keep your lawn looking lush and vibrant. While Wintergreen couch is drought resistant, if possible, aim to water your lawn twice weekly to keep it in optimal condition.

If you live in a frost-affected area, your Wintergreen couch may brown off during the colder months, but don't despair. With the application of fertiliser and water, your lawn will recover and regain its vibrant green colour as the weather warms.

With the right care and attention, Wintergreen couch can be a beautiful addition to your home. It's a hardy, attractive variety that, with regular maintenance, can provide a lush, green lawn for you and your family to enjoy.

If you're considering Wintergreen couch for your lawn, or if you're looking for advice on maintaining your existing lawn, don't hesitate to get in touch with Wide Bay Turf. Our team of experts can provide you with the advice and support you need to keep your lawn looking its best.