Tall Fescue

Plato is an improved turf-type tall fescue with medium-fine texture and very dark color that was developed in Western Oregon. It performed at or near the top of all varieties when tested in private trials. The product displayed strong resistance to winter leaf spot, good winter color and excellent spring green up. Plato also has displayed excellent turf density, strong drought tolerance and lower fertility requirements due to inherent dark color.

The product performs best when fertilized with two to four lbs. of nitrogen per 1000 square feet for the year and when mowed at one and a half inches in height. It is well suited for a wide range of climates and uses such as parks, roadsides, athletic fields and home lawns where turf-type tall fescue is desired. With high drought tolerance and shortened growth during the winter months, Plato requires less maintenance than other cool season grass species to maintain color and sward density.

Plato can be seeded as a straight variety or blended with other turf-type tall fescue varieties of similar color and leaf characteristics. It should be seeded at normal turf-type tall fescue seeding rates of 6-10 lbs per 1000 sq. ft. when broadcast. The seed should be worked into the top ¼ inch of soil and kept moist throughout germination and establishment.

Plato performs best when fertilized with a heavy split fall application of nitrogen and a lighter application in the spring. Avoid seeding during the hot summer months as this can promote disease pressure. Early mowing should be no lower than 1.5 inches and can be adjusted to the user’s preference after establishment.

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