Ideal sowing depth for grass seed

The ideal sowing depth is different for each of these grasses. A good compromise is to sow at a depth of 1-2 cm. Consolidation is recommended. To achieve a dense sward in a single pass and give the germinating weed seeds less opportunity to develop, the recommended sowing rate is 20 kg per 1000 square metres. Consolidation brings the seed into closer contact with the loose topsoil and reduces the risk that newly-germinated plants will dry out. Under ideal conditions, perennial ryegrass will emerge after one week. The other species will emerge 1 or 2 weeks later.

Watering grassland

If the weather is dry for a long time after sowing, we recommend not waiting too long before starting irrigation and keeping the top layer wet. A single bout of irrigation with 20 mm of water can start germination, but it the weather stays dry and very sunny the sprouted seed may dry out and die. We therefore recommend applying 20 mm of water again after 3 days.

This is enough for perennial ryegrass but mixtures with a high red fescue content will often need repeated irrigation for good emergence.

Grass seeds for a soft, dense lawn

MegaGreen Multiplay, commonly known as Play Lawn, has a broad composition and provides the basis for a soft, dense lawn. It withstands regular use thanks to the wide range of species included.

Grass seeds for strong turf and fast regrowth

MegaGreen Sport 7 contains a perfect ratio of perennial ryegrass and smooth-stalked meadow grass, creating strong turf with good stability and fast regrowth. The perennial ryegrass content gets development off to a fast start. As a result, MegaGreen Sport 7 is highly suitable for overseeding sports fields.

Slow-growing and no need for fertiliser

MegaGreen Verge is a mixture containing grasses such as hard fescue and red fescue which grow very slowly and do not need any fertiliser. The grass mixture forms a dense sward which offers excellent protection against erosion and is highly drought-resistant.