Frequently Asked Questions

Question:
I have a lot of shade in my yard with big trees and a high wall making one side only receiving 2 to 3 hours of sun in mid summer. Will Kings Pride grow there?

Answer:
Kings Pride has out performed the grass generally recognised as most shade tolerant warm season grass Durban Grass in areas such as this and producing a far better quality sward. (See Photo).


Question:
How does Kings Pride compare in shade with other Buffalos?

Answer:
In a national trial conducted so far over three years Kings Pride has been the outstanding shade performer at all sites.


Question:
I have a large dog and need something which will take its wear?

Answer:
Kings Pride in wear trials has to be the top grass for recovery and the equal top for resisting wear.


Question:
Does Kings Pride need lots of water?

Answer:
It is one of the best Buffalos in this regard but, like all Buffalos, it needs a little more water than Couch.


Question:
Does it need a lot of fertiliser?

Answer:
If you fertilise it it will be very vigorous and have a wonderful colour. However even on little fertiliser it still has very good colour. It is best to fertilise in late Autumn for improved Winter colour and in early Spring to get it off to a flying start. It probably won't need any Summer fertilising.


Question:
Does dog urine damage Kings Pride?

Answer:
Most Buffalos tolerate female dog urine fairly well but Kings Pride is better than most, showing little yellowing especially if watered lightly soon after the urine is deposited.


Question:
Do weeds pose a problem for control in Kings Pride?

Answer:
The natural density of Kings Pride tends to block out most weeds. However Kings Pride will not be damaged by any registered weed killer which is applied properly and at the correct rate. If you need special help on this front phone our free hotline number - 1300 756195