Florentine Creeping Red Fescue Grass

When combined with elite perennial ryegrasses, such as BrightStar II and Catalina, and premier Kentucky bluegrasses, such as Moonlight and Midnight, Florentine adds fine texture, shade performance and economy of maintenance.

For low maintenance areas, such as golf course extreme roughs, Florentine mixes well with Tiffany Chewings fescue and Discovery hard fescue for improved performance, quality, and drought recovery.

Soil, Climate, and Fertility Requirements

Performing best on irrigated, well-drained soils with a pH of 5.5 to 7.5, Florentine will withstand moderate drought conditions and recover rapidly. Best adapted to the cooler climates from coast to coast, Florentine is best fertilized at an annual rate of 3 to 4 lbs. of actual N per 1,000 sq. ft. Under low maintenance conditions, 1 to 2 pounds of N per year is sufficient.

Stand Establishment

Under normal growing conditions, Florentine requires 7-14 days to germinate and about six weeks to establish full coverage. First mowing is needed about 4 weeks after seeding, at a cutting height of 1 to 2 inches.

Certified Blue Tag Program:
Florentine blue tags earn cash for GCSAA's "Investing in The Beauty of Golf" program where half the funds are returned to your local chapter. Ask your Turf-Seed dealer for details.

Seeding rates:

Mixed at 1/3 each with perennial ryegrass and Kentucky bluegrass:

Information provided by Turf-Seed, Inc.