{"product_id":"ozgrass-kikuyu-turf-plugs-100-per-tray","title":"OzGrass Kikuyu Turf Plugs — 100 Per Tray | Lawn Conversion System","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEasy, Low-Cost Kikuyu Lawn Conversion — Delivered to Your Door\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZero preparation required. Transform your tired old lawn or patch up bare areas the smart way. No need to knock out or remove existing lawn — saving time, money, and unnecessary labour. Simply plug and forget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKikuyu turf is a popular and economical choice for residential lawns, school grounds, and sports fields. As a warm-season variety, it flourishes in hot, sunny conditions and is renowned for its \u003cstrong\u003eaggressive growth habit\u003c\/strong\u003e (via both above-ground runners and deep rhizomes), allowing it to establish quickly and repair damage almost before your eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💪 \u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Durability\u003c\/strong\u003e — withstands heavy foot traffic from kids and pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💧 \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Drought Tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e — deep root system reduces watering needs once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🔄 \u003cstrong\u003eQuick Recovery\u003c\/strong\u003e — damage is rapidly filled in for a consistent, lush appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🟢 \u003cstrong\u003eVibrant Colour\u003c\/strong\u003e — bright, attractive green throughout the warmer months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eZero prep required\u003c\/strong\u003e — plant straight into existing lawn or bare soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🚚 \u003cstrong\u003eDelivered to your door\u003c\/strong\u003e — fresh, healthy plugs ready to plant on arrival\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCoverage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–10 plugs per m²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100 plug tray covers:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 10–16m²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor faster coverage, plant at 10 per m². For a more economical spread, plant at 6 per m² and allow more time to fill in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Time to Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant from \u003cstrong\u003elate September through to April\u003c\/strong\u003e when conditions are warm enough for establishment. Kikuyu establishes fastest in warm conditions with regular watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMow existing lawn short if planting into an established area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a plug tool, trowel, or drill auger to create holes at your chosen spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert each plug firmly into the hole so the crown sits level with the soil surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater thoroughly immediately after planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep moist for the first 2–3 weeks until plugs are established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilise 4–6 weeks after planting to encourage spreading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKikuyu performs best in full sun on well-drained, fertile soil. While its vigorous growth requires regular mowing during peak season, its resilience and low-maintenance nature make it an incredibly practical and cost-effective choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Shipping restriction:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cu\u003eWe cannot send to SA, TAS or WA due to quarantine rules \u0026amp; regulations.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OzGrass","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50444524552496,"sku":"PLUG-KIKU-LCS-100","price":77.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/3066\/7824\/files\/E5D7E69D-6D85-431A-8A7E-ADFCD17654B6.png?v=1768566473","url":"https:\/\/ozgrass.com.au\/products\/ozgrass-kikuyu-turf-plugs-100-per-tray","provider":"OzGrass","version":"1.0","type":"link"}