What's the Difference Between Sir Walter, Palmetto, and Sapphire Buffalo?
A Guide to Choosing Your Perfect Lawn!
Not all buffalo grass is cut from the same blade. If you’re staring out the window wondering which type will give your lawn the edge (and your neighbours something to talk about), you’re in the right spot. We’re putting three Aussie favourites head-to-head: Sir Walter, Palmetto, and Sapphire Buffalo.
Sir Walter Buffalo: The backyard battler
Sir Walter's the top dog of buffalo turf. Tough, reliable, and always ready to take a hit. This is the grass you want if your lawn doubles as a footy field, a slip 'n slide arena, or a daily dog track.
Top Features:
Most durable buffalo – handles wear and tear like a champ
Deep, dark green colour (real head-turner)
Coarse leaf blade, built for resilience
Australia’s best-selling buffalo for good reason
Why go with Sir Walter?
If your lawn’s more “Battlefield Backyard” than “Peaceful Retreat”, Sir Walter will cop the lot and bounce back strong.
Palmetto Buffalo: The Softie with Staying Power
Palmetto’s like your mate who’s laidback but surprisingly strong. It's the softest buffalo on the market, but don’t let that fool you—it holds up well and thrives in all the usual Queensland chaos.
Top Features:
Softest leaf out of the bunch – lush under bare feet
Grows slower than a snail on a Sunday stroll (less mowing for you)
Holds colour like a champ in winter
Less thatch and minimal seed head = tidy lawn
High drought tolerance and doesn't shoot up too tall
Why choose Palmetto?
Want something that feels good, looks good, and doesn’t hog your weekends? Palmetto's your grass.
Sapphire Buffalo: The High Society Lawn
Sapphire is the looker of the lot. With the finest leaf blade of all buffalo grasses, it’s the one for lawn lovers who want premium feels without the fuss.
Top Features:
Finest leaf blade – soft, sleek, and a bit posh
Bred from Sir Walter to suit our Aussie climate
Best shade tolerance of the three
Slower grower = fewer mow days
Less thatch, low allergen – great for families
Why pick Sapphire?
If you’re chasing the high-end lawn feel without a high-end maintenance schedule, Sapphire ticks all the boxes.
Wrapping It Up
All three grasses need around 2–3 hours of direct sun per day, and they’ll each ask for a mow about once a week in the hotter months (they’re not needy, just growing). So how do you choose?
Want the best looking leaf? Go with Sapphire – it's sleek, soft, and easy on the eyes.
Need the toughest grass in town? Pick Sir Walter – it’s the buffalo built for action.
Chasing soft underfoot and less mowing? Palmetto is your laidback lawn legend.
No matter which buffalo you choose, you're onto a winner. They're all Aussie-made for Aussie backyards—tough, good-looking, and built to handle the heat.
