Dark, refined turf
Its finer leaf texture and naturally dark colour create a more considered lawn.
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Merida (Festuca) 1kg
Normal price
€14,00
Merida Tall Fescue 1 kg
Dark colour, finer texture and lower maintenance demand.
- Cool-season tall fescue
- 1 kg pack
- Coverage about 16–17 m²
- Spring or autumn
Merida is designed for turf that looks dense and deep green without demanding constant mowing and irrigation. Its finer texture, strong drought tolerance and excellent wear performance make it a particularly capable choice for Mediterranean gardens, shared landscapes and surfaces that are genuinely used.
CORRECT ESTABLISHMENT
Success starts before the first seed is sown
A clean seedbed, correct rate, even distribution and steady surface moisture are the four factors that determine whether turf starts densely and without gaps.
- New-lawn rate: 60 g/m².
- Estimated coverage: about 16–17 m².
- Sowing: spring or autumn · cool, actively growing soil.
Do not skip: split the seed across two perpendicular directions and irrigate with a fine spray so it stays in place.
Resilience with fewer inputs
Official data reports 30% lower water use and 40% less upright growth than a standard tall fescue.
Sun, shade and wear
It handles traffic very well and adapts to both sunny and lightly shaded positions.
01Sowing step by step
Calculate the rate across a clean area using 60 g/m². The 1 kg pack covers about 16–17 m² for a new sowing.
- 01Clear and level: remove weeds and stones, refine the upper soil layer and create a firm, even seedbed.
- 02Cross-sow: apply half the quantity in one direction and the other half at right angles for more even distribution.
- 03Cover correctly: work the seed about 5 mm into the surface and press very lightly to ensure soil contact.
- 04Water gently: use a fine spray without runoff and without moving the seed.
02Watering, emergence & first cut
Until emergence is even, keep the surface consistently moist rather than waterlogged. Frequency changes with sun, wind and soil type, so check actual moisture instead of following a fixed schedule blindly.
- 01Before emergence: use short, gentle irrigation so the surface never dries out.
- 02After emergence: increase the amount gradually and reduce frequency to encourage deeper rooting.
- 03Expected start: 7–12 days.
- 04First cut: Wait until it has rooted and reaches about 7–8 cm. Make the first cut with a sharp blade and lower gradually, never removing more than one third of the leaf.
03Technical profile
SpeciesFestuca arundinacea
TypeCool-season tall fescue
Pack1 kg
Estimated coverageabout 16–17 m²
New sowing60 g/m²
Overseeding50–60 g/m²
SeasonSpring or autumn
TemperatureCool, actively growing soil
Depthabout 5 mm
Emergence7–12 days
ShadeHigh tolerance
WearExcellent
MowingDown to 10 mm after gradual adjustment
Winter behaviourNo winter dormancy
The options at a glance
There is no single seed for every space; sun, temperature and intensity of use determine the right choice.
| Option | Type | Best suited to | Wear tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MeridaTHIS ONE | Cool-season tall fescue | Dark colour · drought · sun/light shade | Very high |
| Bizem | Cool-season tall fescue | Density · lower mowing · demanding use | Very high |
| Bermuda | Warm-season grass | Full sun · heat · salinity | High |
| Kikuyu | Warm-season grass | Rapid recovery · mild coastal climates | High |
| Dichondra | Broadleaf groundcover | Shade · soft texture · minimal mowing | Low |
Merida (Festuca) 1kg
Contains 1 kg of seed. At the recommended new-lawn rate of 60 g/m², theoretical coverage is about 16–17 m². Actual use varies with preparation, edges and handling losses.
Frequently asked questions
Concise, practical answers before you begin sowing.
01How much area does the pack cover?
At the new-lawn rate of 60 g/m², the 1 kg pack covers about 16–17 m². Allow a small margin for edges, handling losses and local interseeding.
02When is the right time to sow?
Spring or autumn. Wait for cool, actively growing soil and avoid extreme heat, frost or heavy rain immediately after sowing.
03How should I water during establishment?
Keep the upper soil layer consistently moist with short, gentle irrigation. Once the seedlings have rooted, increase the amount gradually and space irrigation further apart.
04Can it be used in both sun and shade?
Yes. Both Merida and Bizem have high light-shade tolerance, although dense turf still needs adequate light, correct irrigation and air movement.
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