Prestige®️ Buffalo is known as the Next Generation Buffalo - bred in Australia for Australian conditions. It is one of the newest Buffaloes on the market with a top priority of having the ultimate colour for lovers of dark green lawn.
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Prestige®️ Buffalo has high performance, fast runner growth resulting in solid wear tolerance and a rapid recovery rate, making it an ideal choice for active families.
Prestige®️ is also low maintenance with less thatch and able to out-compete weeds.
For sun, shade and wear tolerance, Prestige®️ Buffalo turf is a standout lawn. Prestige®️ also has a high cold tolerance making is suitable for frost-prone areas.
With its deep root system, Prestige®️ is an efficient water user and drought tolerant.
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Shade tolerance is high. Full sun to 70% shade.
It is essential that instant turf is laid on moist soil. Once laid, it's important to water the turf in to prevent it from drying out. Watering should wet the sod and the top 30-50mm of soil. The turf needs to be kept moist over the first few days after laying.
Prestige®️ Buffalo is drought tolerant once established - but, like all plants, needs water. Requirements will vary depending on environmental factors. Be aware of a drying climate and water accordingly.
Remember that infrequent, deep watering promotes a healthy lawn by encouraging the knitting of the turf sod to the soil. Watering time is vest in the early morning. Over-watering can encourage excessive growth, disease and root rot.
1. Root initiation and development – typically the first week
The turf may require watering three times a day for the first week, depending on the temperature, relative humidity, and wind.
2. Soil/root system establishment – typically the second week
Water every second day, and every day if hot and dry, to keep the turf moist.
3. Third and fourth weeks
Water less frequently, reducing to twice a week by the fourth week. Only water more on hot and dry days.
Sprays containing Dicamba must not be applied.
Prestige®️ Buffalo is offered all year round however; it is best installed between September and April. Purchase and establishment during the winter months (or unseasonably cold weather) is not ideal and carries certain risks and challenges such as:
Top dress with fine washed sand after installation. Approx. 1 cubic metre to 100 square metres.
Approx. 25mm
Yes, if you call us on 1800 622 340 we can let you know where to see our turf varieties.
Yes, it’s easy to order from our website. Just click on the Buy Turf section. It’s that simple!
It is important that you lay your turf immediately after it is delivered. If you leave your turf for more than 24 hrs it will start to heat up and compost in the stack.
It is best to select a turf variety that repairs itself like Kikuyu, Santa Ana Couch or Prestige®️ Buffalo.
Prestige®️ Buffalo is the best choice for a shaded lawn.
Warm seasons grasses like Prestige®️ Buffalo, Kikuyu and Santa Ana Couch are best installed from September to April. Tall Fescue can be installed all year round. Remember to water well during the warmer months.
Topdressing refers to a layer of sand applied to the top of your newly installed grass. Prestige®️ Buffalo will benefit from being top dressed. After installing your new Buffalo turf apply Approx. 1 cubic metre to 100 square metres.
Ordering online is a fast and safe way of ordering your turf. If you need help, please don't hesitate to call 1800 622 340, or contact us at the link below.
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