Use certified seed

Virginia-Maryland Seed Label

The Extension Division of Virginia Tech and the University of Maryland have developed a seed labeling system, which is being used for Kentucky bluegrass. These seeds and blends adhere to the quality standards of the Division. They are inspected and certified by the Virginia Crop Improvement Association not to have grave weed contaminants and possess only those species recommended by the two institutions. Prior to recommendation, each variety has to pass through minimum three years of testing at different locations in the two states. Seeds packed with a burnt orange label contains high quality mix of improved Kentucky bluegrass, while those with a yellow label have Kentucky bluegrass with creeping red fescue added to attain shade tolerance and perennial ryegrass for fast growth.

Tifton 9 Bahia grass

A variety called Tifton 9 Pensacola is being sold legally as a certified seed. It provides a long growing season. It has a medium fine green leaf. There is a need of less maintenance and attention. Its root system are so developed that it reduces soil erosion and for drought tolerance. Tifton 9 is a fine bladed, fast growing and quickly establishing variety. It has an even texture than Argentine or Pensacola for lawns. Can resist cold temperatures and hence used in Southern States. The disadvantage is that the aggressive growth during summer needs mowing often. Certified Tifton 9 Bahiagrass seeds are available in 40 lb bags.

Advantages

In order to achieve variety purity, it is recommended to buy Certified Seed. Such a seed has less amount of weed or other seed contaminants. It is also free from inert filler, which is not needed. Certified seed increases the possibility of getting a variety adapted to the environment. A blue certified tag means that the seed in the bag has certain standards, which may be mentioned on the seed bag. Named certified seed having a purity analysis of high percentage avoids unrequired grass seeds. It becomes possible to choose one variety for shady places and a different for sunny ones. Buying certified seeds ensures the best and dependable return for its money. Mixtures of grass seeds lead to a blending of textures on the lawn, which is avoided by certified seeds.

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