Lawn Range
Choosing the right type of lawn for your landscape can be a confusing task. To help you make the right decision, we’ve put together a handy guide below that compares different turf varieties and their features.
Which turf variety best suits your needs?
Choosing the right type of lawn for your landscape can be a confusing task. To help you make the right decision, we’ve put together a handy guide below that compares different turf varieties and their features.
When choosing the right lawn for you, first select varieties that will thrive in the specific conditions of your area – shade, frost etc. From these choices, review the Wear Factor and choose a variety that will best suit the needs of your whole family, including children and pets. The most important factor to consider in selecting a turf variety is its ability to survive the intended use of the yard.
If you’d like more information on which variety if best for you, please call us on 1800 199 885 for personalised advice.
How do the varieties compare?
Use our handy turf grass comparison chart below to find a lawn that’s suitable for your needs.
| ATTRIBUTES | Sir Grange Zoysia Grass | Sir Walter Buffalo Grass | TifTuf Bermuda Grass | Eureka Kikuyu Grass | Zoysia Australis Grass |
| Shade Tolerance | Very High | High | Medium | Low | Very High |
| Wear Resistance | Very High | High | Very High | High | Medium |
| Maintenance | Low | Low | Low | Medium | Low |
| Drought Tolerance | Very Good | Good | Very Good | Medium | Medium |
| Fertilization Needs | Low | Low | Low | Medium | Low |
| Weed Resistance | Very High | Very High | Very High | High | Very High |
| Heat Resistance | Very High | High | Very High | Medium | High |
| Pest Resistance | Very High | Very High | Very High | Medium | Very High |
| Average Performance | Very High | Very High | High | Medium | Very High |
Sir Walter DNA Certified Buffalo Grass
Sir Walter DNA Certified Buffalo is Australia’s No. 1 Buffalo. Sir Walter DNA Certified Buffalo Grass has stood the test of time again and again, proving it will grow anywhere; in full sun or shade.
Sir Grange Zoysia Grass
Sir Grange Zoysia grass is a narrow leaf alternative to Sir Walter DNA Certified Buffalo. It is a shade and sun tolerant grass that exhibits good drought tolerance. Sir Grange Zoysia is suitable for both residential and commercial lawns.
TifTuf Bermuda Grass
TifTuf Bermuda Grass is the product of 25 years of research from one of the world’s leading turf grass breeders, the University of Georgia. It shows drought tolerance, shade tolerance, wear tolerance and winter colour.
Eureka Kikuyu Grass
Looking for an economical all-rounder? Then Eureka Kikuyu grass is your choice of lawn. Kikuyu grass originated in the East African highlands and was introduced to Australia by seed in 1919 and has since been used for more than 50 years.
Nullarbor Couch Grass
Nullarbor Couch grass is a blue-green colour with a soft leaf texture and reasonable colour retention under low winter temperatures. It has fine, dense, soft leaves with a deep root system resulting in a hard-wearing surface.
Get a Quote
We’re here to help. If you’ve decided on the right turf grass for you or need some advice, get in touch with our helpful team to discuss your needs and get a quote on your new lawn today. Greenway Turf supplies suit your space, including Sir Walter DNA Certified Buffalo Grass, Sir Grange Zoysia Grass, TifTuf Bermuda Grass, Nullarbor Couch Grass and Eureka Kikuyu Grass turf varieties in Sydney.