Lawn types for Victoria: Three steps to choose the best turf in Melbourne for you

Know your turf needs for the green space of your dreams

There is nowhere on earth with weather like Melbourne. Renowned for four seasons in one day, Victoria’s vibrant, vivacious capital can sizzle in summer and shiver through winter. We love it for its ever-changing climate. After all, it’s easy to manage when you choose smart, savvy solutions for everything at home. From cooling and heating, to personalising your own pocket of paradise to unwind in after a busy, city day.

However, when life is already packed with commitments, the last thing you want is more to do. Like researching and understanding what type of turf is right for your own backyard (because it might not be what you neighbour has). Well, have we got news for you. You don’t need to give up on your green space dreams. Before you pave over that withering, browning patch out the back – read this simple three step guide for choosing the best turf in Melbourne. For you.

1. Know your turf needs

All grass is not created equal. In fact, there is a wide range of beautiful turf varieties to suit any climate. That’s why it’s imperative that you itemise the exact requirements of your own backyard before you choose your turf. Here’s some essential questions to ask yourself:

• ‍How much shade does my green space enjoy over the year?
  
  ‍TIP: Remember to consider your summer and winter conditions.

• ‍Is my neighbourhood susceptible to drought conditions? Is my green space in full sun?
  
  ‍TIP: Full sun is defined as 6 hours of sun per day.
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• ‍Do you get frost in winter?
  
  ‍TIP: Think back to the last few winters if you’re on the fence here.
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• ‍How do you water your lawn?
  
  ‍TIP: Consider water conservation solutions like tanks or home reticulation systems.
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• ‍How does my family use the lawn?
  
  ‍TIP: Consider your everyday rhythms at home. For example, do you (or your pets) create wear marks across the lawn from short-cuts to amenities (like the wheelie bin, the garage etc)? Do the kids use it for high-intensity chasey after school?
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• ‍How much time do you want to spend caring for your lawn?
  
  ‍TIP: Be frank. How often can you spend watering, mowing and taming grass runners in your patch? Do you want lawn that’s green all year (without much effort)?

2. Review the best lawn types for Victoria

There are four lawn type varieties that are suitable for Victoria. Generally speaking, Melbourne is wet in spring and dry and cold in winter. At HG Turf Group, we grow Tall Fescue, Prestige®️ Buffalo, Santa Ana Sports Couch and Kikuyu. These grasses are all suitable for the Victorian climate. But which is the best turf in Melbourne for you? That depends.

As you compare the merits of each of these lawn varieties, it’s essential that you weigh them up against your unique green space needs (in other words, your answers in step one). For example, is shade tolerance more important to your space than how often you’ll need to water it? That’s your call. But you don’t need to make it alone.

3. Discuss your turf needs with an expert

At HG Turf Group, we know and grow exceptional premium turf for homes in Melbourne. In fact, we’ve been matchmaking homeowners with luscious lawns for 25 years. Do you need help to identify and choose the right lawn type that’ll last for your home patch? When you get in touch with our turf experts, you can trust that we listen to your specific needs and recommend the best turf in Melbourne. Just for you.