Pensacola Bahiagrass is grown and planted on more acres than any of the other varieties of Bahia. It has been established on several million acres of roads, lawns, pasture, forage and conservation lands in the Southern states of USA since its discovery in 1935. Pensacola has more cold-tolerance than the other Bahia's, thus it can be grown further North toward and in the transition zone. Top growth is usually killed by "mild frost", but it recovers fast with warm weather. In colder areas the Pensacola variety produces more early and late season forage growth than the other Bahia varieties. Best in full sun as it does not like shade.

Pasture Use:  Pensacola Bahia grass was discovered in the coastal Gulf of the Florida panhandle and has since grown into one the major pasture grasses. This grass is a full sun, high heat, drought resistant, easily seeded establisher. It can grow in shadier conditions than most warm season grasses and is grown in conjunction with pine tree farming Pensacola Bahia forms a dense, thick sod that can keep the weeds out and is very disease resistant with the mole cricket and army worms being the only pest problems. The fertility rates for Pensacola are lower than many other forage grasses and it can withstand heavy herd trampling and recover from overgrazing rather quickly.

How long does it take your seed to germinate?  Normal (average) germination period for Pensacola Bahia is considered to be 28 days.  When dormancy is broken in the seeds they germinate in approximately 28 days.  During hotter summer months such as July / August when rainfall is also plentiful, Pensacola Bahia seed can germinate in as quick as 10-14 days.  Higher soil temps coupled with moist conditions will also cause more of the seed to germinate. 

Argentina Bahia originated from the country of Argentina in South America and was brought to the U.S. in the 1940’s. The variety was developed by the University initially for its forage production qualities.

Argentina Bahia has wide broad leaves with a good darker green color, making it more suitable for lawns in Florida and other Coastal Southern states. It's susceptibility to cold, results in winter kill of stands planted North of approximately Tifton, Georgia. It is used extensively for lawns, because of its attractive look and the fact that it produces less "objectionable" seed heads than Pensacola Bahia. Best for use in full sun areas. Argentina Bahia can be a little difficult to establish. It is more susceptible to soil and weather conditions than is Pensacola Bahia which affects the germination. It also has fewer dormant seeds, so adverse conditions when planted can be a factor. Argentina Bahia has minimal shade tolerance and will slowly thin out under the drip line of shady trees and will generally not survive long term as the shade tolerance is limited. Argentina Bahia tends to have slightly higher shade tolerance than Pensacola. In general it should be used for full sun areas.

How long does it take your seed to germinate? - Water being the key factor, to initiate the germination and keep the plants alive until they grow big enough for their root systems to establish. It normally germinates in 10-20 days with 14 days considered the normal germinating time under ideal conditions. The key is water, fertilize, keep your area planted mowed to reduce weed competition and be patient.

Pasture Use: Argentina Bahia Grass originated from the country of Argentina. This grass has a thinner blade and better forage for horses and cows as to palatability. The areas that best support Argentina Bahia are wetter soils, higher humidity, and soils of low fertility. This variety grows best in the more sub tropical areas of higher rainfall. Seeded easily and fast growing, forming a dense thick sod once it is established. Low fertility requirements and a long lived perennial grass. Bahiagrass is primarily a full sun grass.

Annual Rye grass is one of the most popular seeds for lawn and pasture purposes and is sown all over the world for planting on its own and in mixtures. The adaptability of this cool season grass to many soils and climates coupled with fast germination and prolific growing rate make this grass an important factor in establishing thousands of lawns and pastures in all but the hottest of zones. As a fill-in grass on slower growing permanent lawns annual ryegrass is exceptionally adept. Ideally suited for short term seasonal use in areas reaching below the transition zone, annual ryegrass is a great fill-in to create green grass on new areas. In warmer regions, ryegrass lawns may require watering, fertilization and mowing quite frequently.

ANNUAL RYEGRASS is a cool season grass generally used as a temporary planting for overseeding warm or cool season grasses. Its uses are many, including temporary pastures, green manure's, temporary coverage for erosion control, short term use on reclamation sites, parks, new lawns, and along highway shoulders. Annual ryegrass may be seeded with other grass mixtures, legumes, clovers and small grains. Fast germinating, quick growing and requires low to medium fertilization.

A compatible growing medium with any vegetation where needed. Annual rye is very beneficial to problem areas that are infected with nematodes which are almost impossible to get rid of except by heavy chemical control. Natural and cheap for this infestation problem, annual ryegrass is ecologically friendly. Yearly planting of this rye grass seed ahead, behind, or with crops known to be a nematode favorite would certainly be cost effective. Annual ryegrass is easily removed from any area through heavy grazing, mowing or turning under before the seeding stage. Maybe this should be the number one grass of the new millennium? A non-aggressive, vigorous grower, furnishes nutrients back to the soil, forms an erosion soil basis for stability, highly digestible, beautiful color, dies off when you need it to without chemicals. Perfect!!