We have a visual representation to further backup our previous post, we hope you find it interesting!
Native (Redgrass and Weeping grass) | Introduced (Tall Fescue and Bluegrass) | ||
Water for germination | Frequency | Each 2 to 3 days in winter – early spring. Each day in late spring. Each half day in summer. | Each 2 to 3 days in winter – early spring. Each day in late spring. Each half day in summer. |
Amount | 10mm each application | 10mm each application | |
Water for establishment | Frequency | Each 4 to 5 days once plants reach 5 leaf stage | Each 2 to 3 days once plants reach 5 leaf stage |
Amount | 10mm each application | 10mm each application | |
Water for maintenance | Frequency | When severe stress occurs – maybe monthly | For severe stress – likely every 2 weeks |
Amount | 10 to 15mm | 25 to 30mm | |
Best time of day for watering | Morning or evening | Morning or evening | |
Grey water use? | OK | OK |