New Zealand's Experts
From Earth to Turf
Turf Tall Fescues
Turf tall fescues have very good tolerance of hot or cold weather extremes. This species has a high quality, dark and fine turf appearance, and retains its green colour deeper into the summer due to a strong deep root system.
Lagertha turf tall fescue
Lagertha was bred from advanced American material developed over many years by Rutgers University. In New Zealand a selection was undertaken for turf performance, disease resistance and adaption by turf breeder Louise Carpenter.
- Moderately fine, dense turf type tall fescue
- Dark green with excellent colour retention
- Excellent persistence without irrigation
- Contains endophyte
- Mowing height between 50 - 150 mm
