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Breeder: |
Dr.
Lincoln Taylor, Virginia Polytechnic Institute. |
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Experimental
Designation - SWI-10 |
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| Mohawk
is an advanced synthetic turf-type bermudagrass with low growing,
lush green turf. Mohawk has increased turf density combined
with medium fine texture and dark green color. Since 1993, Mohawk
has delivered improved turf performance and cold tolerance in
Virginia trials. In Oklahoma State University freeze chamber
tests designed to kill one-half of the tested plants; Mohawk
withstood temperatures of - 6.75 Centigrade. |
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Characteristics:
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Remarkable cold tolerance, ability to survive winter conditions
better than most bermudagrass |
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Superb durability |
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Increased turf density and performance |
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Medium fine leaf texture, dark green color |
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Good seedling vigor |
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| Recommended
Use: |
Golf Courses (fairways, tees, roughs), Athletic Fields, Parks,
and Home Lawns |
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| Climatic
Zones: |
6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 (may not be adaptable to all areas within
each zone) |
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| Establishment
& Maintenance: |
| Mohawk
may be planted across tropical and sub-tropical climate zones
and into the transition zone. For best results, plant when soil
temperatures are consistently above 65º F (18º C)
in full sun on well-drained soil. Apply lime as needed to establish
a minimum 6.0 soil pH. Care must be taken not to cover the seed
with too much soil - no more than 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) of soil
covering is recommended. Soil moisture around the seed must
be maintained for at least 1 to 2 weeks. Under ideal conditions,
germination may begin within 10 to 14 days. Allow 14 to 21 days
for full germination. Full coverage may be attained in 4 to
6 weeks, when planting early or late in the season, more time
may be needed for establishment. Subject to germination rate,
first mowing may begin approximately 3 weeks after seeding.
To avoid scalping the turf, do not remove more than 1/3 of the
leaf blade per mowing. Minimum recommended mowing height is
1/2 to 3/4 inch (12.7 - 19.1 mm). Winter overseeding may be
completed for year round color, but is not generally recommended
on turf less than 6 to 8 months old. |
| Seeding
Rates: |
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New
Turf Applications:
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2 - 3 lbs/1000 sq ft.(1 - 1 1/2 kg/100 sq meters) |
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Overseeding
or Repairing Existing Turf
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1
lb/1000 sq ft.(1/2-kg/100 sq meters) |
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