Palmetto Buffalo Grass
Our Palmetto Buffalo grass is still growing… it’ll be ready for harvest early 2025.
Leap into the ease and splendour of Palmetto Buffalo Grass – the world's favourite lawn that’s as hassle-free as a Sunday arvo. This isn't just grass; it's the foundation of your outdoor sanctuary where both tiny tots and four-legged friends are free to frolic.
World's Best-Seller: Crowned the top buffalo grass globally for its appeal and resilience.
Low Maintenance Marvel: Spend less time on chores and more on cheers with this easy-care turf.
Family and Pet Friendly: Durable and quick to recover, it's ideal for all the running, playing, and occasional backyard cricket.
Shade Champion: Only needs 2-3 hours of sunlight, making it perfect for that shady spot where nothing else grows.
Thirsty? Barely: Its drought tolerance and efficient water use keep it lush with minimal fuss.
Soft and Safe: With a soft, broad leaf, it's gentle underfoot and less allergen-producing, making it perfect for barefoot adventures and sniffle-free play.
Year-Round Lush: Keeps its deep green colour even in the cooler months, ensuring your yard looks good any time of year.
*We recommend visiting our farm to see our grass varieties up close, and make sure that what you choose, suits you best. Visits are by appointment only, please call us to arrange a time.*
Our Palmetto Buffalo grass is still growing… it’ll be ready for harvest early 2025.
Leap into the ease and splendour of Palmetto Buffalo Grass – the world's favourite lawn that’s as hassle-free as a Sunday arvo. This isn't just grass; it's the foundation of your outdoor sanctuary where both tiny tots and four-legged friends are free to frolic.
World's Best-Seller: Crowned the top buffalo grass globally for its appeal and resilience.
Low Maintenance Marvel: Spend less time on chores and more on cheers with this easy-care turf.
Family and Pet Friendly: Durable and quick to recover, it's ideal for all the running, playing, and occasional backyard cricket.
Shade Champion: Only needs 2-3 hours of sunlight, making it perfect for that shady spot where nothing else grows.
Thirsty? Barely: Its drought tolerance and efficient water use keep it lush with minimal fuss.
Soft and Safe: With a soft, broad leaf, it's gentle underfoot and less allergen-producing, making it perfect for barefoot adventures and sniffle-free play.
Year-Round Lush: Keeps its deep green colour even in the cooler months, ensuring your yard looks good any time of year.
*We recommend visiting our farm to see our grass varieties up close, and make sure that what you choose, suits you best. Visits are by appointment only, please call us to arrange a time.*
Our Palmetto Buffalo grass is still growing… it’ll be ready for harvest early 2025.
Leap into the ease and splendour of Palmetto Buffalo Grass – the world's favourite lawn that’s as hassle-free as a Sunday arvo. This isn't just grass; it's the foundation of your outdoor sanctuary where both tiny tots and four-legged friends are free to frolic.
World's Best-Seller: Crowned the top buffalo grass globally for its appeal and resilience.
Low Maintenance Marvel: Spend less time on chores and more on cheers with this easy-care turf.
Family and Pet Friendly: Durable and quick to recover, it's ideal for all the running, playing, and occasional backyard cricket.
Shade Champion: Only needs 2-3 hours of sunlight, making it perfect for that shady spot where nothing else grows.
Thirsty? Barely: Its drought tolerance and efficient water use keep it lush with minimal fuss.
Soft and Safe: With a soft, broad leaf, it's gentle underfoot and less allergen-producing, making it perfect for barefoot adventures and sniffle-free play.
Year-Round Lush: Keeps its deep green colour even in the cooler months, ensuring your yard looks good any time of year.
*We recommend visiting our farm to see our grass varieties up close, and make sure that what you choose, suits you best. Visits are by appointment only, please call us to arrange a time.*
Is Palmetto Buffalo for you?
SHADE TOLERANT. HIGHLY DURABLE. BROAD LEAF SOFT BUFFALO.
If Palmetto Buffalo was a person…
He’d be that low-maintenance mate that drops in unannounced after months of no contact, and it’s like no time has passed.
Palmetto will: always make you feel like you’re kicking goals in life (and lawn care), no matter how much you put into it.
Palmetto won’t: take 2 hours to get showered, dressed and ready before a night out.
Palmetto Buffalo Grass: The Laid-Back Hero of Aussie Gardens
Meet Palmetto Buffalo Grass – the embodiment of Sunday arvo chill. This turf is the cool cousin in the grass family, thriving across Australia for its blend of beauty and resilience. It’s the grass that takes a laid-back approach to life’s little challenges, like those shady spots or the occasional dry stretch. Let’s dive into what makes Palmetto the lawn of choice and how to keep it looking sharp.
Why You’ll Love Palmetto Buffalo:
Shade and Drought Champion: Thrives in just 2-3 hours of sunlight daily and sails through dry spells with ease, making it a dream for shady spots and water-wise gardeners.
Soft and Slow-Growing: Offers a lush, soft carpet underfoot with a slow growth rate that means more time enjoying your weekend and less time mowing.
Tough Yet Gentle: Palmetto stands up to wear and tear, bouncing back quickly, making it perfect for homes with pets and kids.
Easy-Peasy Maintenance:
Mowing: A chill task with Palmetto. Just trim every 7-10 days in the warmth and pull back to every 3-6 weeks when cooler. Adjust the height for sun and shade as needed.
Feeding and Defending: Keep it lush with slow-release fertiliser twice a year, and protect it with Acelepryn GR pesticide in early Autumn and Spring.
Watering Wisdom: Only when it’s thirsty – 2-3 times a week in the heat, dialing back to weekly or when leaves curl in cooler months.
Palmetto’s Perfect If You:
Have a garden that likes to play hide-and-seek with the sun.
Prefer weekend relaxation over lawn labor.
Aim for a lush lawn with minimal environmental impact.
But Keep in Mind:
Active yards might see it needing a trim to keep things neat for those backyard cricket matches.
With its title as the world's best-selling buffalo, low maintenance needs, and a soft, durable nature, Palmetto Buffalo is a laid-back, yet standout choice for any Aussie garden.
Want to know more about maintaining your Palmetto Buffalo Grass?
Want to keep your grass lookin’ like a luxurious carpet, but without the weird stains?
Download the full Palmetto Grass Care Guide below for a complete guide to looking after your Palmetto lawn, from day 1 to year round lawn care.
Get the Palmetto Buffalo Look
Palmetto Buffalo FAQs
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Palmetto Buffalo grass needs about 3 hours of direct sunlight each day to thrive.
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Palmetto Buffalo is your pretty average grass when it comes to maintenance and only requires one mow per week. Palmetto is best kept between 20mm to 50mm in full sun and between 50mm and 70mm in shaded areas.
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Two to three times a week in the hotter months – a good deep soak is better than more frequent sprinklings – and once a week in the cooler months.
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Twice yearly feeding, combined with a good watering schedule, will keep Palmetto happy and healthy year round.
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We’re more than happy for you to come and check out our Palmetto Buffalo up close, and make sure that it’s the best grass for you. Please call us on 0417 852 444 to make an appointment.
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Palmetto is known to be one of the least thatch producing buffalos. That said, a once-a-year lawn renovation will keep it healthy and maintain its lush look and feel.
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If you’ve got a partially shaded spaced and are looking for a grass that won’t suck up your weekends with mowing, Palmetto is a great pick for you.
Ready to measure up?
Avoid the dreaded "oops, we ran out of grass" or "uh-oh, we've got too much turf" surprises! Follow these simple steps to get your turf measurements right the first time.
Option A: Use Google Maps
You can check out our ‘how to use Google’s Measuring Tool’ here. Or;
Option B: Measure by Hand
Use the formulas below to determine how to measure for your yard. You can also download a printable PDF version of our Measuring for Turf Guide, so you’ve got all the information in front of you when you’re measuring up.
Square / Rectangle:
Length x width = m2
e.g. 5m x 5m = 25m2
Circle:
(Radius x radius) x 3.14 = m2
e.g. (3m x 3m) x 3.14 = 28.26m2
Semi-circle:
Circle calculations (left) / 2 = m2
e.g. 28.26m2 / 2 = 14.13m2
Triangle:
(Length x width) / 2 = m2
e.g. (10m x 5m) / 2 = 25m2
Unusual Shapes:
Sketch your yard, break it into shapes and use shape calculations above.
e.g. rectangle + square + triangle = m2
Varying Widths:
Measure the longest edge (length)
Divide the widths into 2m sections and measure (width 1, 2, 3, etc.)
Calculate (width 1 + width 2 + width 3) / number of width sections
Multiply by length
e.g. ((5m + 6m + 6m + 7m + 8m)/5) x 10m = 64m2
5. Add a few extra m2 per 100m2 as a buffer