LANDSCAPE RANGE TURBOCOTE KIKUYU

100% Kikuyu Seed - A drought tolerant and hardwearing lawn for families and pets

“Australia’s number one home lawn for kids and pets. It is highly drought tolerant and can withstand intense summer heat.   It will germinate on poor quality soils and cope with high levels of wear and tear. Turbocote Kikuyu has self-repairing qualities making it a great choice for homes, sports fields and high traffic recreation areas.”

SIZE 200g, 1kg, 4kg, 10kg. Coated Seed

What is Kikuyu?

Kikuyu is a warm season, drought tolerant grass with a bright green, fine to medium leaf width. Very good in full sun.  Grows across the surface with runners and has a strong deep root system.  Needs maintenance on edges to avoid going into garden beds and under fences. Regular mowing and maintenance required.

Key Features:

• 100% Pure Kikuyu Seed: Superior quality for a lush lawn.
• Drought Tolerant: Withstands long hot summers.
• Self-Repairing: Perfect for kids, pets, and busy backyards.
• Versatile Uses: Ideal for homes, sports fields.
• Beneficial Coating: Ensures better germination and establishment.

“Had growth within 5 days. After a month, most of the lawn had covered with only a few patches left. Very impressed with the products I used and highly recommend them to others. It’s currently loving the sunny days here in South Australia.”  Jayden, Willaston, SA.

Key Characteristics:

• Drought Tolerance: Excellent
• Heat Tolerance:   Excellent
• Wear Tolerance/Pet Tolerance: Excellent
• Self Repairing Qualities: Excellent
• Frost Tolerance: Moderate
• Shade Tolerance:  Moderate
• Establishment Rate: Good (at optimum sowing time)

Ideal Sowing Times: *To Germinate, Kikuyu needs warm soil temperatures.

• Northern NSW, Queensland, Northern WA: Early Spring/Summer/Early Autumn
• NSW/Western Australia/South Australia: Mid Spring/Summer/Early Autumn
• Victoria: Late Spring (Late October/Early November)/Summer/Early Autumn
• FNQ/NT: Spring/Summer/Autumn
• Tasmania: Not recommended.

Quality Rating: Premium Lawn Surface

Leaf Width

• Med (3-6mm)

Sowing Rate:

• New Sowing: 1kg per 100m2 / 200g per 20sqm.  A lower half rate can be used if time is allowed for filling in.
• Oversowing: Use half sowing rate.

The name of this variety is Whittet, which is an improved Kikuyu variety. This seed has a Turbocote germination enhancing coating. Turbocote is a moisture absorbent coating that adds benefits and weight to the seed to improve sowing.

WARM SEASON GRASS:

Turbocote Kikuyu thrives in warmer months. In some states where temperatures drop significantly it will go into dormancy, where growth is limited and discoloration can occur. Colour and growth will re-establish when warmer weather returns, however oversowing with a cool season grass can provide all year round colour in colder states prior to winter dormancy. 

Sowing, Establishment & Maintenance Tips:

• Optimum Soil Type: Sandy Loam. Ask your local soil supplier for a good quality lawn soil mix.
• Starter Fertiliser: Use KickStart Starter Fertiliser to ensure successful germination.
• Sowing: Follow our Sowing Instructions for best results.
• Watering: For the first 30 days after seeding watering may be necessary 3-4 times a day. For best results seed bed should not be allowed to dry out.
• Watering Requirements: Drought tolerant variety. Irrigation is required in extended dry periods. We recommend watering Kikuyu lawns deeply at least once a week in summer or when there is no rainfall.
• Germination Time: In Optimal Conditions you may see germination in 10-14 days.  Note: When sowing out of season this can take longer.  
• Mowing: First mow: When well established at around 40-50mm height. Requires regular mowing and maintenance around garden beds and edges.
• Establishment: Allow 2 months for establishment before the onset of Autumn in Southern States or before any significantly cooler weather in your location.
• Regular Fertilising: Follow our Fertilising Instructions to ensure your lawn stays healthy throughout the seasons including Autumn and Spring fertilising.

Download Turbocote Kikuyu Seed Information Sheet & Sowing Guide

Turbocote Kikuyu FAQs

1. When is the best time for sowing Turbocote Kikuyu seed?

The best time to sow Kikuyu grass in Australia is during the warmer months, typically from spring to early summer (around September/October to December).  In Melbourne the best time to sow is Late October as soil temperatures are still very low in early Spring. Alternatively sow early Autumn with enough time to establish before any significant drop in temperature in your location.

2. How long until I see results?

Kikuyu grass seed usually germinates in about 7 to 14 days, depending on temperature and moisture. Warmer, well-watered conditions speed up germination, while cooler or drier conditions can slow it down. Once it starts growing, Kikuyu establishes quickly.

3. Will Kikuyu creep into other areas of my garden?

Kikuyu grass grows and spreads out easily, making it great for a thick, green lawn. It spreads through runners on the surface and roots below ground, meaning it needs maintenance around edges or garden beds.

4. What can I do to make my dormant kikuyu lawn look better in winter?

You can oversow your kikuyu lawn with an annual ryegrass for the winter. This will keep your lawn looking green when temperatures are very low. The annual will phase out when it gets hot again.