Enigma has a prostrate growth habit with a fine leaf texture and consistent  mid green in colour in both winter and summer. The variety is noted for is earlier germination compared to many other Poa pratensis which enables it to compete within a perennial ryegrass sward at the establishment stage.

Description

Enigma is a conventional poa pratensis that gained STRI sport wear listing in 2016. Enigma is a very fine leaved variety showing consistent all-year round mid green colour. Its excellent tolerance to leaf spot and rust makes it an ideal variety for sports, lawns and as a component of sod mixtures.

Establishment and Maintenance

• Seed at 10 - 15 gr/m²
• Early fall and spring seedings are best
• Seedbed should be kept moist during germination and establishment.
• Germinates in 12 - 21 days with optimal soil temperatures,
• 12° - 24° C, with full coverage in 8 - 10 weeks
• First mowing recommended when turf reaches approx 50mm in height

 Established Turf Maintenance

• For best results, fertilise at annual rate of 15 - 20 gr/m² of nitrogen
• Irrigate deeply and infrequently. In absence of rainfall, irrigate lightly and frequently
• Recommended mowing height: 12 –50 mm

• 100% Kentucky blue grass
  Enigma