LANDSCAPING SERVICES
RIGBY TAYLOR INTRODUCE THE FIRST , 4 CULTIVAR , TETRAPLOID PERENNIAL RYEGRASS BLEND
Changes in climatic conditions are proving increasingly challenging for turf maintenance . In recent times weather patterns have fluctuated from one extreme to the other . Late frosts , snow or drought in spring , summer heat waves accompanied by prolonged drought and periods of intense rainfall are all becoming commonplace .
Tetraploid perennial ryegrass has double the number of chromosomes ( 4n ) compared with diploid perennial ryegrass , resulting in high vigour , extremely stress tolerant plants . One of the main benefits , increased cellular chloroplast , boosts chlorophyll production to aid energy absorption and processing .
The outcome is a robust , hardwearing , healthier plant that can better withstand climatic fluctuations and has a high level of Leaf Spot tolerance . Tetraploids also germinate and grow in colder temperatures down to 40C and produce a stronger , deeper , denser root mass , increasing drought tolerance and tensile strength . The ability to perform in colder temperatures and survive periods of heat and drought makes tetraploids indispensable . Four cultivars are now available in the 100 % tetraploid ryegrass blend 4Tetra , the fundamental choice for turf performance and recovery throughout the seasons .
As with all the Rigby Taylor ‘ R ’ Range of grass seed mixture , 4Tetra seed is also Germin-8T treated . This unique liquid , potent seed coating maximises seedling development and establishments . Containing a cocktail of specially penetrating surfactants , micro-nutrients and added mycorrhizae to supports plant health the addition of trichoderma viride provides a support package that protects against damaging turf diseases at their early stage of development .
APPLICATIONS
• Repair & renovate high impact wear surfaces
• Transitional autumn / winter seeding for winter wear recovery
• Increased heat , drought and disease tolerance
For more information contact your Rigby Taylor area manager or
Freephone 0800 424 919
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