Previous work helped establish seashore paspalum as a viable option for turfgrass areas that were constantly under stress from high salt levels. They examined how the species was able to thrive under saline conditions that no other species could even survive in. Ideal for temperate to hot, humid coastal climates, Sea Spray also affords excellent drought tolerance and good shade tolerance.ĭuring the 1980s, the University of Georgia-Griffin began to conduct research on the salt tolerance of seashore paspalum. An extremely salt tolerant turfgrass, Sea Spray has outstanding turf quality, a bright green color, and a beautiful, uniform appearance. Ronny Duncan, Sea Spray is the first release of an improved, seeded Seashore Paspalum. Sea Spray paspalum seed was developed by Pure Seed Testing in cooperation with the University of Georgia, and bred by Dr. Certainly in areas where water shortages occur, where saline conditions are unusually high, or where water reclamation projects are undertaken, Sea Spray provides an attractive option for beautiful turf despite these conditions. Sea Spray is an excellent choice for environmentally conscious superintendents and home owners, especially those with water quality issues such as a need to use effluent water for irrigation. Within its 'comfort zone,' Seaspray Paspalum displays excellent resistance to dollar spot, in addition to its primary characteristic of salt tolerance. Sea Spray is best for areas no farther north than 30 to 35 degree latitude. Seashore Paspalum seed is the only high salt tolerant grass seed available. Seashore Paspalum Seed - Sea Spray - Seashore paspalum is a warm season grass commonly used for lawns, golf courses, landscaping, parks and recreation areas. After 2005 the first seeded seashore paspalum, Sea Spray, became readily available. Until 2005 the only way to establish seashore paspalum was by sod, sprigs or stolons. Seashore paspalum is mostly used on golf courses situated in warm seasoned areas, but is also gaining popularity on sports fields and personal lawns.

Full coverage can be expected in approximately 8 to 10 weeks and a first mow is recommended when turf reaches approximately 2.5 cm in height to promote horizontal growth (Source: PGG Wrightson Turf).'Ĭheck to see which Pests, Diseases and or Weeds this turf variety may be susceptible to and how to successfully control them in your home lawn or sports turf.Seashore paspalum is known for its good wear tolerance and high salt tolerance. It is not recommended to plant Sea Spray in soil temperatures below 15 ☌. Sea Spray germinates in 10 to 17 days given optimal soil conditions of 18 to 26 ☌. The cultivated seedbed should be kept moist during germination and early establishment. The seed should be sown at a depth of 5 to 10 mm, good soil to seed contact is necessary. Seed should be planted late spring through mid-summer to achieve a quality sward prior to the arrival of cooler temperatures. For overseeding, use the half rate. 'Sea Spray seed (1,760,000 seeds per kilo) needs to be stored in an area with low humidity and cool temperatures, ideally in an air conditioned environment and should be used within 45 to 60 days of receipt. Seashore paspalum can be irrigated with varied water quality alternative water sources such as effluent, reclaimed or brackish may be used as an irrigation source. Sea Spray is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can tolerate a pH range of between 4.5 and 9.0. Sea Spray has dark green waxy foliage that can provide a visually aesthetic surface by ‘striping up’. The variety can be used in coastal areas enduring short-term inundation, home lawns and recreational areas.

Sea Spray like other seashore paspalum varieties is tolerable to poorer quality water supplies, including recycled, bore and salt water. Sea Spray prefers tropical and sub-tropical climatic conditions, yet will grow across Australia, and handles shade better than most varieties of bermudagrass. Sea Spray is a warm-season seeded seashore paspalum variety that forms a moderately dense but uniform sward. Sea Spray (protected by United States Plant Patent). Other names (PBR name, trademark, breeder code)

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