SHADE CHAMP
Deschampsia / Tufted Hairgrass

An exceptionally shade tolerant grass with excellent cold hardiness. Shade Champ also features great adaptability to shaded, wet areas.  Shade Champ's durability makes it an idea component for sports mixtures in cold Northern regions where perennial ryegrass can't persist.

USAGE:

• Wear tolerant in Winter
• Home & Commercial lawns
• Sports Turf and Parks
• Reclamation areas / Wetland sites
• Vineyards / Orchards / Ski Areas

Native to cool temperate areas of USA, Europe and Asia.  Shade Champ was developed from Swedish European species. Exceptional cold tolerance / Exhibits winter dormancy and Persists in full sun / Exhibits excellent growth in dense shade. Ideal choice for damp, shaded areas / Not well suited for hot, dry areas.

Good wear tolerance once established.

Excelling for mixing at 5-10% rate with most cool season grasses including Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial Ryegrass, Fine and Tall Fescues.

PLANT 2-3 lbs. per 1000 sq. ft.

• Early fall / spring seeding is best.  Late spring / summer plantings is not recommended in most locations.
• Seedbed should be kept moist during germination and early establishment.
• Germinates in 14-21 days with optimal soil temperatures, 55-75 degrees F.
• Full coverage in 8-10 weeks
• First mowing recommended when it reaches 2" height.
• Recommended mowing height of 1.5 to 3 inches.  For shaded situations 3 inches is best.
• For naturalized situations, may be left un-mowed.
• Plant early fall / spring -- Avoid late spring / summer planting.

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