TifTuf Hybrid Bermuda is a low-input grass and when it comes to fertilising - less is a better approach for great results. As TifTuf is already a fast-growing grass, applying too much fertiliser will increase the growth rate and can create a few issues if applied too frequently. So how much fertiliser should you be applying to your TifTuf lawn and when…Here is a guide!
Why Is Applying The Correct Amount Of Fertiliser Important?
When the correct amount of nutrients are applied, your lawn will be able to grow and perform at its maximum potential. If it's lacking in nutrients, your lawn may look hungry and need a boost of nutrients to get it back to its former glory!
When too many nutrients are applied, in many case’s the lawn will have a surge in growth and will begin to grow excess thatch. This will often leave the grass needing a renovation to remove the excess thatch, this is best done in spring and summer.
What Fertiliser Rate Should You Be Using
TifTuf is best fertilised with 140g of nitrogen per 100m2 every calendar year. For a larger area this equates to 14kilos over 1000m2. It is best not to excess this to help avoid thatch build up.
Our Recommendations
Granular Fertiliser
If you want to use a granular fertiliser, we recommend applying Lawn Solutions Fertiliser Premium Lawn Food two times a year at 2.5 kilos per 100m2 For best results we recommend applying once in Spring and again in Autumn. This will provide your lawn with the correct amount of Nitrogen year round, without applying any other forms of fertiliser.
Liquid Fertiliser
For Liquid fertiliser we recommend using our Lawn Solutions Exceed Liquid Fertiliser
When applying Exceed we recommend applying 4 times a year. Once in Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter at the application rate of 194ml per 100m2. This application rate will ensure you apply the recommended amount of Nitrogen per year. This is without any other forms of fertiliser (granular ect).
Is Your TifTuf Growing Too Fast In Between Mows
If you can't mow your TifTuf as regularly as you like. A plant growth regulator (PGR) like
Primo Maxx can come in handy.
PGR’s will suppress the lawns vertical growth diverting its energy into lateral growth activity, helping it become denser. This will significantly reduce your required mowing frequency. These plant growth regulators are best applied during the warmer months, when the lawn is actively growing.
