TALL FESCUE
performed very well in the transition region. Diablo was highly rated in the NTEP traffic stress trial. Columbia Seeds
Amity Tall Fescue (tested as “CCR2”) is a new variety of turf type tall fescue developed by the breeders at Rutgers University and produced by Vista Seed Partners, LLC. Amity originated from tillers taken from elite selections of turf type tall fescue that demonstrated superior summer performance, density, disease resistance, wear tolerance, and turf quality compared to other tall fescue varieties. It has an excellent dark green color, medium leaf texture, and has great summer performance and stress tolerance. Amity is very persistent, can be mowed down to 5/8 inch, and has deep roots and excellent drought tolerance. NTEP results have been excellent. In the 2013 NTEP, Amity was a Top 10 performer in overall turf quality, and had great brown patch resistance and summer density. Vista Seed Partners, LLC
Bloodhound turf-type tall fescue (Met 6 Sel) is a high quality, fine leaf textured, tall fescue with superior performance in all climate zones. It has aggressive tillering which contributes to high density in all seasons and excellent wear tolerance. Bloodhound shows superior brown patch resistance from screening in multiple locations. Excellent shade tolerance enables it to be grown from full sun to shade. DLF
Commander tall fescue (NTEP - Breeder code PPG-TF 170) has an extremely fine leaf texture and dark green color. It exhibits excellent fall/ winter color and superior spring green-up. Commander rates high in turf quality and brown patch resistance. It maintains year-round density. Seed will be available in the fall of 2016. Mountain View Seeds
Fayette turf-type tall fescue (IS-TF 291) is an A-LIST variety demonstrating superior drought tolerance and turf quality under low maintenance management. Fayette has excellent turf quality in all regions and superior performance at all maintenance levels. Key to its performance is stress and heat tolerance. Fayette also is ideal for sports fields and parks due to high wear tolerance from its excellent density and aggressive tillering. Fayette has a very dark green color. Seed Research of Oregon, Pickseed, DLF
Aquavita Tall Fescue takes the drought tolerance of turf type tall fescues to a new level. Approved by the Turfgrass Water Conservation Alliance (TWCA), Aquavita provides exceptional turf quality and density while saving water. Aquavita is a major component in the Aquawise sod blends formulated for the drought stricken west coast. Turf Merchants, Inc.
Black Tail Turf Type Tall Fescue has shown superior performance in the NTEP trials. Black Tail is a solid overall performer in traffic stress trials, fine leaf texture, and brown patch resistance. Black Tail’s aggressive tillering characteristic contributes to its dense, lush canopy. It is an excellent choice for sod producers because of its aggressive tillering trait, which allows for a faster recovery. Columbia Seeds
Crossfire 4 turf-type tall fescue (IS-TF 310 SEL) performs from the north to the south, to provide superior turf quality under all conditions. Crossfire 4 has excellent drought tolerance, wear tolerance and shade tolerance. Multiple years of trials have confirmed the drought tolerance and brown patch resistance before it was entered into NTEP. It has a fine leaf texture and high density with excellent stress tolerance. High density cultivars often sacrifice brown patch resistance, but Crossfire 4 is one of the best against this serious disease. Crossfire 4 also demonstrates high turf density, aggressive tillering and fine leaf texture. Pickseed
Diablo Turf Type Tall Fescue has dark green genetic color, and was rated top 10 in this category in the 2013 NTEP trials. Diablo also exhibits excellent brown patch and Pythium blight resistance. With its excellent brown patch resistance, Diablo has
TPI Turf News July/August 2016
Foxhound turf-type tall fescue (IS-TF 284 M2) has superior performance in the southeast and other high stress environments. It has a very dark green color that enables excellent performance under low fertility. Foxhound demonstrates excellent brown patch resistance and superb drought tolerance. With high turf quality and very high wear tolerance, Foxhound is an important part of blends for sports fields, sod growers and, home lawns and parks. The high endophyte levels increase the stress tolerance and add insect resistance. DLF
Houndog 8 turf-type tall fescue (IS-TF 307) demonstrates superior turf performance in all zones from the South to the North. Houndog 8 maintains its performance under drought stress. Resistant to heat and humidity, Houndog 8 has excellent brown patch resistance to maintain turf quality with reduced fungicide inputs. High density and aggressive
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