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Drought Hardy

TifTuf Hybrid Bermuda Turf Melbourne

Built for Melbourne's dry summers. TifTuf uses up to 38% less water than other couch varieties while staying dense, green and resilient under heavy foot traffic.

Drought TolerantWear ResistantWater EfficientFine LeafSelf-Repairing

Supply from $18/m²

TifTuf Hybrid Bermuda turf supplied by Tall Turf in Melbourne
38%Less water
50%Shade tolerance
10–30mmMowing height
4 hrsMinimum sun
The Details

TifTuf Hybrid Bermuda at a glance

Everything you need to know before you choose it for your lawn.

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Leaf
Very fine, dense
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Minimum sun
4 hours
Per day
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Shade tolerance
Up to 50%
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Wear
High
Self-repairing
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Drought
Very high
Up to 38% less water than other couch varieties
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Maintenance
Medium
Weekly mow in summer
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Mowing height
10–30 mm
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Soil
Any type
Best when well-drained
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Winter colour
Holds well
Slows at the coldest point
Is It For You?

Is TifTuf right for your lawn?

A great fit if…

  • You want a lawn that copes with hot, dry Melbourne summers and uses less water
  • You have a busy lawn with heavy foot traffic, as it is hard wearing and self-repairing
  • You like a very fine, dense lawn
  • Your yard gets at least 4 hours of sun a day, with some shade up to about 50%

Think twice if…

  • Your yard is mostly shade. Sir Walter Buffalo handles heavier shade better
  • You want the lowest-maintenance lawn, as TifTuf is medium maintenance and needs a weekly mow in summer
  • You mow at a taller height, as TifTuf is kept short at 10–30 mm. Check your mower can cut that low
  • You're not sure. Tell us about your yard and we'll recommend the right one
Supply Pricing

Simple per-m² pricing

The more you order, the less you pay per square metre. All turf is cut to order and harvested the day before delivery.

1–19m²
$22
per m²
20–39m²
$20
per m²
40m²+
$18
per m²

Delivery: $235 for orders up to 30m², or $185 for orders over 30m². We recommend laying turf the day it arrives. See our delivery and refund policy.

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Enter how many square metres you need and add it straight to your cart.

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5m² minimum, whole square metres only. You'll choose your delivery date at checkout.

Aftercare

Caring for TifTuf Hybrid Bermuda

Follow these steps and your new lawn will establish quickly.

1

Watering

Weeks 1–2: twice daily, keeping the soil moist. Weeks 3–4: once daily. After that, 2–3 times a week or as needed. Early morning is best. Once established, TifTuf is very drought tolerant.

2

First mow

Wait 2–4 weeks until the turf is firmly rooted. Keep it at 10–30 mm and never remove more than a third of the leaf at once.

3

Feeding

Apply a starter fertiliser 4–6 weeks after installation, then every 8–12 weeks through the growing season. Avoid fertilising in winter.

4

Upkeep

Plan on a weekly mow through summer. In winter, growth slows at the coldest point but the colour holds well.

FAQ

TifTuf questions answered

How much water does TifTuf save?

TifTuf uses up to 38% less water than other couch varieties, and it is very drought tolerant once established.

How much shade can TifTuf handle?

It tolerates up to about 50% shade, but it still needs a minimum of about 4 hours of sun each day.

Does TifTuf stay green in winter?

It holds its colour well. Growth slows at the coldest point of winter.

How often do I need to mow it?

It is medium maintenance, with a weekly mow in summer. Keep it between 10 and 30 mm.

What soil does TifTuf need?

It grows in any soil type, but it performs best when the soil is well-drained.

How long does it take to establish?

Most turf takes 2–6 weeks to fully establish, depending on the season and how well it is watered. Consistent watering in the first 2–3 weeks is the key.

When will my turf arrive, and can I track it?

Once your delivery date is confirmed, we will send you a text message at 3pm the day before your turf is due. It includes a link to track the truck delivering your turf, along with its ETA.

Ready for a lawn worth showing off?

Order TifTuf for delivery, or ask us to supply and install it. We service Melbourne's west and north, and travel further for the right job.

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