Festuca rubra commutata
Leeward
Leeward Chewings Fescue (DLFPS-FRC/3057) Festuca rubra ssp. commutata has overall turf quality and especially high marks for disease resistance. It performs well in traffic, heat, and shade. Leeward has superior performance at all mowing heights from fairways to no mow. With high levels of naturally occurring endophyte, Leeward will repel surface feeding insects, thereby reducing stress and vulnerability to disease. Leeward is designed to be used in mixtures, typically with other fine fescues, perennial ryegrass and Kentucky bluegrass. It has a rich green color that blends well and adds increased disease resistance and wear tolerance to the mix.
Key features
- Superior Turf Quality
- High Resistance to Weed Invasion
- Tolerates All Mowing Heights
- Excellent Disease Resistance
Segment
Turfgrass
Category
Fine Fescue
Species
Fescue, Chewings
Sci. Name
Festuca rubra commutata
Approx. Seeds/Kg.
800000
Approx. Seeds/Lb.
365000
Seeding Depth (cm)
0.635-1.27
Seeding Depth (Inches)
1/4-1/2
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Kg./Hectare)
225-285
Seeding Rate - Alone/New (Lbs./Acre)
200-250
Seeding Rate - Interseed (Kg./100 sq. meters)
1-2
Seeding Rate - Interseed (Lbs./1000 sq. ft.)
2-4
Seeding Rate - New (Kg./100 sq. meters)
2-3
Seeding Rate - New (Lbs./1000 sq. ft.)
4-6
Seeding Rate - Overseed (Kg./100 sq. meters)
1-2
Seeding Rate - Overseed (Lbs./1000 sq. ft.)
2-4
Endophyte + (Yes, No)
Yes
Establishment (Days)
18-21
First Mowing (Days)
21
Germination (Days)
4-8
Mowing Frequency (Per Week)
1
Nitrogen Requirement (Low, Med, High)
Low