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RIO BERMUDAGRASS SEED
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RIO
BERMUDAGRASS SEED

$36.25 – $446.00

A top-rated seeded turf type bermudagrass developed by the Johnston Seed Company — excellent for golf courses, sports turf, and high quality lawns.

SIZE
● IN STOCK — SHIPS FROM ENID, OK RATE: 2-3 LBS PER 1,000 SQ. FEET

SUMMARY

Rio is a top-rated seeded turf type bermudagrass variety developed by the Johnston Seed Company. Rio exhibits excellent cold and frost tolerance as well as early spring green-up making it a great choice for not only the southern zone but also areas in the transition zone where bermudagrass is used. Rio germinates quickly and was the #1 NTEP rated variety in establishment.

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JOHNSTON BRED

Developed by the Johnston Seed Company breeding program.

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TOP-RATED

Consistently high performance ratings among seeded bermudagrass varieties.

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FINE TEXTURE

Narrow blades and dense growth for high-quality turf appearance.

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GOLF & SPORTS

Proven on golf courses and athletic fields, not just lawns.

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SEEDED ESTABLISHMENT

Premium turf from seed — no sprigging or sod required.

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HEAT & DROUGHT

Full bermudagrass performance through Southern Plains summers.

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TRAFFIC RECOVERY

Dense, aggressive growth fills damage and resists weed invasion.

PLANTING INFORMATION
Planting Rate2-3 LBS PER 1,000 SQ. FEET
Planting SeasonSpring; Summer
Plant Depth (in).125"
Minimum Soil Temp for Germination65° F
Optimal Soil pH6–7
EstablishmentEasy
SEED INFORMATION
Seeds Per Pound1,500,000
Seed TreatmentCoated
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Leaf ColorGreen
Growing CyclePerennial
Sun RequirementFull Sun
Grass TypeTURF TYPE
NativeNo
ZONE
Regional Growing Zone1; 2; 3; 4; 5; 6; 7; 8; 9; 10; 11; 12
USDA Plant Hardiness Zones6; 7; 8; 9; 10
Temperature ZoneWarm; Transitional
Taxonomy details not published for this product.