Kikuyu Seed Mix 5kg

Establish a Kikuyu Lawn Fast — With Ryegrass Cover While It Takes Hold

This clever blend uses ryegrass to provide rapid green coverage while your Kikuyu establishes — giving you a lush lawn from day one, with the long-term durability of Kikuyu underneath.

Blend Composition

• 15% Kikuyu
• 75% Ryegrass
• 10% Organic Lawn Starter

Key Benefits

• 🌿 Fast establishment — ryegrass germinates quickly while Kikuyu takes hold
• ☀️ Warm season performer — Kikuyu thrives in hot, sunny Australian conditions
• 💧 Drought tolerant once established — Kikuyu's deep roots reduce watering needs
• 🌱 Includes organic Lawn Starter — for faster germination and stronger roots
• 🟢 Lush green coverage — from first week through to full establishment

Coverage

• New lawn: 5kg covers approx. 150m²
• Oversowing: 5kg covers approx. 300m²

Best Time to Sow

Sow from October to late March when soil temperatures are warm enough for Kikuyu germination (above 20°C).

How to Sow

1. Prepare the soil — scarify, loosen the top 10mm, and remove debris
2. Apply seed evenly using a spreader or by hand
3. Lightly rake seed into the soil surface
4. Water gently twice daily until germination (7–14 days for ryegrass, 14–21 days for Kikuyu)
5. Reduce watering once established

⚠️ Shipping restriction: We cannot send to TAS or WA due to quarantine rules & regulations.