General Description

Escalade turf type tall fescue is an important variety jointly developed by Oregro Research & Rutgers University. It is fine leafed, dense and dark in colour with excellent brown patch resistance and improved tolerance to traffic wear and brown patch.

It is an excellent choice for a wide range of turf applications and will handle closer mowing heights. It requires moderate nitrogen applications and will handle less water than ryegrass.

Agronomic features:

• Aggressive establishment

  Faster to establish and crowd out weeds

• Good tolerance to drought, heat and traffic

  Will withstand lower watering regime

• Rich, dark colour

  Greater aesthetic quality

• Improved resistance to brown patch
  Reduced impact of disease in turf