Mongoose Kentucky Bluegrass
Bluegrass of choice for today's active lifestyle
Mongoose is quick to form an attractive, healthy turf that is capable of tackling the most challenging enviroments. Featuring a vibrant deep green color, fine leaf texture, and outstanding overall density, Mongoose has also shown to be one of the highest rated bluegrass varieties for traction/shear strength ratings in the 2003 NTEP report. So whether for a park, athletic field, or a couple rough-housing kids and dogs, Mongoose will provide a safe, durable lawn.
| Spring Greenup Ratings of Kentucky Bluegrass Cultivars 2003 NTEP Data |
Shear Strength/Traction Measurements of Kentucky Bluegrass Cultivars 2003 NTEP Data |
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| Greenup Ratings 1 - 9; 9=Completely Green | Strength/Traction measured in Newton Meters | |||
| Washington | 6.8 | Royce | 61.3 | |
| Mongoose | 5.8 | Mongoose | 60.3 | |
| Bluestone | 4.9 | Blacksburg II | 56.7 | |
| Tsunami | 4.6 | Freedom III | 53.3 | |
| Everest | 4.4 | Beyond | 50.3 | |
| LSD | 0.3 | LSD | 12.4 | |
©2009 Producer's Choice Seed
Seeding Rates
New Seeding: 2-3 lbs/1,000 sq ft
Overseeding: 1-2 lbs/1,000 sq ft
Planting Depth
1/8 - 1/4 inch
Germination Rate
14 - 30 days
Mowing Height
3/4 to 3 inches
Seeds per Pound
Approx 2,250,000
Fertilizer Requirements
0.4 to 0.8 lbs of Nitrogen (N) per 1,000 sq ft /growing month
Suggested Planting Dates
March 1 - May 15
August 15 - September 30