New Rebel Grass Products
At the present time Seedland does not carry Rebel Grass Exeda. Please see the new Rebel Seed Mixtures - Rebel Grass Seed - Tall Fescue as a replacement
or if you need a shade tolerant grass mixture see Rebel Grass Seed - Shade Mixture. Rebel Exeda may be found in Tall Fescue Blends or other Seed Mixtures, so we have provided the information below
about Rebel Grass Exeda.
Tall Fescue Grass Rebel Exeda
Rebel Grass Exeda is a high performance, dark green, fine
textured tall fescue. It is a cool season perennial grass that
develops an extensive fibrous root system. Rebel Exeda is
recommended for use on premium home lawns, sports fields and other
high traffic areas, and park settings. Rebel Exeda is
suited for use by the turf professional as well as the
discriminating homeowner.
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Rebel Exeda Characteristics:
- Exceptional upright growth
habit
- Good Seedling Vigor & High
tiller density
- Exceptional Green Color
- Tolerates low water input
and heavy traffic wear.
- Does not thin out at a low
cutting height of 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 inch
- Outstanding performance in
the transition zone.
- Exceptional fall density.
- Plant
Breeder: Dr. William Meyer, Rutgers University
- Experimental Designation – Pennington 9501
Rebel Grass - Exeda Facts
Recommended Use:
Golf Courses (Roughs), Sod Farms, Athletic Fields, Parks,
and Home Lawns
Climatic Zones: 3, 5, 6, 7, 8 (may not be adaptable to
all areas within each zone)
Establishment & Maintenance:
Sow in sun or shade in spring or fall. Mid-summer sowing
is not recommended except for areas of dense shade that can be
well watered. Lime soil to 5.5 – 6.0 pH and follow soil test
recommendations for fertilization. Maintain adequate soil moisture
for proper germination. Under ideal conditions, germination may
begin in as few as 9 days. Full germination may take up to 21
days. First mowing is suggested when plants reach approximately 2
inches. (7.5 cm).
Seeding Rates For Rebel Exeda Grass
- Parks & Home Lawns 8 - 10
lbs/1000 sq ft
(3 1/2 - 5 kgs/100 sq meters)
- Fairways & Roughs 5 - 10
lbs/1000 sq ft
(2 – 5 kgs/100 sq meters)
- Athletic Fields 10 - 15
lbs/1000 sq ft
(5 –7 kgs/100 sq meters)
- Sod Farms 8 - 10 lbs/1000 sq ft
(3 1/2 - 5 kgs/100 sq meters)
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REBEL EXEDA Planting Information
Re-seeding lawns:
- Rake Spots that are bare and thin, scratching surface
deeply, the Fertilize.
- Spread seed wherever needed.
- Rake again to cover seed lightly. If you have a light
roller, use it at this time.
- Water thoroughly and regularly, using only a fine spray.
For New Lawns:
- Turn soil to a depth of at least 4".
- Break up all lumps - rake off stones and debris.
- Rake the soil bed, providing a slight slope away from the
home, thereby encouraging good lawn drainage.
- Work in fertilizer according to manufactures
instructions. A lawn starter fertilizer is your best
choice.
- Break the surface of the soil with a rake and spread half of
the package North to South and the other half, East to
West. Then rake lightly.
- Water thoroughly and regularly, using only a fine spray.
- Do NOT mow until the entire lawn is at least 3 inches in
height.
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