Which grass to lay, part 2?

Today, we went to visit a turf farm to see, for ourselves, the differing turf types.

Empire Turf (Zyoysia japonica 'SS500') was our preferred turf prior to today. But after seeing this turf up close and personal, it did not satisfy our expectation. While it has some fantastic properties, it did not have the same visual appeal to the Soft Leaf Buffalo (Stenotaphrum secundatum) or Couch (Cynodon dactylon) varities.

Soft Leaf Buffalo is the most ideal turf for our location, where frosts do occur during the winter season.

Both Sir Walter and Palmetto (Stenotaphrum secundatum 'SS100' are winter active (means they stay green in winter), durable, exhibits weed and insect resistance, water efficient, very good shade and drought tolerance, and soft to touch.

It was highlighted to us the Palmetto requires less frequent mowing (during summer) than Sir Walter, and this was a winner in our minds. Palmetto also happens to be AUD1.00 cheaper per sq.m than Sir Walter.

So, for now, our preferred Buffalo turf is Palmetto.