| Plant
Breeder: |
Dr.
Melodee Fraser, Pure Seed Testing, Inc. |
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Experimental
Designation - PST-R63 |
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| Panama
has increased turf density and wear tolerance. Panama exhibits
a lush, dark green color and medium-fine texture |
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Characteristics:
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Outstanding Turf Performance |
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Excellent drought tolerance |
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Good wear tolerance |
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Medium-fine leaf texture |
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Dense Growth Habits |
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Dark Green Color |
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Increased Durability
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| Recommended
Use: |
Golf Courses (fairways, tees, roughs), Athletic Fields, Parks,
& Home Lawns
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| Climatic
Zones: |
7,
8, 9, 10, 11 (may not be adaptable to all areas within each
climatic zone) |
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| Establishment
& Maintenance: |
| Panama
should be planted when soil temperatures are consistently above
65° F (18º C). For best results, plant in full sun
on well-drained soil and maintain adequate soil moisture in
the root zone for at least 1 to 2 weeks after planting. Under
ideal conditions, germination may begin within 7 to 10 days;
allow 10 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. Recommended
mowing height is 1/2 to 2 inches (12 to 50 mm), remember to
not remove more than 1/3 of the leaf blade at each cutting.
Fertilize with 3/4 to 1 lb/1,000 sq ft actual N (0.38 to 0.5
kg/100 sq m) per month of growing season for optimum performance,
fertilization may be reduced by 1/2 if clippings are returned.
Dormant bermudagrass may be overseeded 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 - 2 kg/100 sq meters) |
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Repairs
of Existing Turf:
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1/2
- 1 lb/1000 sq ft.(1/4 -1/2 kg/100 sq meters) |
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