Best Buffalo Turf Varieties for a Lush, Low-Maintenance Lawn

Buffalo grass creates stunning green lawns for homes, parks, and sports fields. Here are top varieties and why they excel.

Top Buffalo Turf Types

• Shademaster: 70% shade tolerant, non-allergenic, hard-wearing, slow-growing, low maintenance. Turns purple in frost; shines in winter.
• Austine ST26 (Soft Leaf): Bright green, fast-growing, quick recovery, semi-dwarf, soft texture, excellent winter dormancy & shade tolerance. Rated best by NSW Dept. of Agriculture (TAFE Richmond).
• Matilda Soft Leaf: High wear tolerance, self-repairs fast, salt & drought tolerant, shade tolerant, fungus resistant, moderate growth, deep green.

Buffalo Grass Advantages

• Cold, heat, and drought tolerant.
• Less water, mowing, fertilizer than other grasses.
• Thrives in full sun.
• Easy care.
• Greenest appearance among turf types.

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