Beautiful Turf
- Product Details
- Planting Instructions
Beautiful Turf - Even when the elements of nature are against you!
Hudson is a selection out of germplasm that included established turf plots where plants were exhibiting “superior turf quality during the hot humid summer months when the heat stress, brown patch and pythium diseases were the most severe.” This selection process has created a variety that’s “Beautifully Strong!”
PRESS RELEASE: Jan 4, 2010 - Hudson has been added to the "Promising Vareity" category of the
2009-10 Maryland-Virginia Turfgrass Variety Recommendation list.
SELECTED FOR BATTLE - Hudson offers excellent turf quality, dark green color, great sod strength, disease resistance, and better ability to tolerate shade, drought, and saline soils.
VERY WIDE ADAPATATION - Independent data from around the country shows Hudson to be very suitable to many climates and multiple applications.
| Categories Where Hudson Rates Statistically Equal to the Highest Score | '07 | '08 | '09 | '10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quality - Schedule B | X | |||
| Quality - Southeast | X | |||
| Quility - Upper West/Mountain | X | X | X | |
| Quality - Southwest | X | X | X | |
| Quality - North Central | X | |||
| Quality - Shade, Carbondale, IL | X | X | ||
| Ground Cover - Drought, SD | X | |||
| Sod Strength - VA Beach, VA | X | X | ||
| Quality - Saline Irrigation, NM | X | X | X | |
| Genetic Color | X | X | X | |
| Spring Density | X | X | ||
| Summer Density | X | |||
| Summer Ground Cover | X | X | ||
| Fall Ground Cover | X | X | ||
| Drought Tolerance - wilting | X | |||
| Drought Tolerance - dormancy | ||||
| Drought - Brookings, SD | X | X | ||
| Brown Patch (cool temp.) | X | X | ||
| Brown Patch (Traffic, NJ) | X | |||
| Red Thread Resistance | X | |||
| Pink Snow Mold Resistance | X | |||
| Fall Color (Sept) | X | X | ||
| Fall Color (Oct) | X | X | X | X |
| Fall Color (Nov) | X | |||
| Fall Color (Dec) | X | X | ||
| Winter Survivability | X | |||
| Percent Spring Green Up | X | |||
| Percent Establishment (TX) | X | |||
| Brown Patch -TN | X |
| Location Where Hudson is Statistically Equal to the Highest Quality Rating | '07 | '08 | '09 | '10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville, AR | X | X | ||
| Sunnyvale, CA | X | |||
| Griffin, GA | X | X | ||
| Carbondale, IL | X | X | X | |
| Urbana, IL | X | |||
| W. Layfayette, IN | X | X | ||
| Wichita, KS | X | X | X | |
| College Park, MD | X | |||
| St Paul, MN | X | X | X | |
| Columbia, MO | X | X | X | |
| Mississippi State, MS | X | X | ||
| Mead, NE | X | X | X | |
| Las Cruces, NM | X | X | X | X |
| Las Cruces, NM (Saline Water) | X | X | X | |
| Kingston, RI | X | X | X | |
| Brookings, SD | X | |||
| Knoxville, TN | X | X | ||
| Dallas, TX | X | X | ||
| Logan, UT | X | X | ||
| Blacksburg, VA | X | X | X | X |
| VA Beach, VA | X | X | X | |
| Madison, WI | X | X |
BEAUTIFUL DARK GREEN - Hudson's rich dark green color is a benefit to any lawn. With it is natural deep green color, lawns look better, even into the late fall, and when limited nutrients are used.
| Variety | Genetic Color | Color (Oct) | Color (Dec) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Score | 7.5 | 7.3 | 7.8 |
| Hudson | 7.3 | 6.5 | 7.3 |
| Cochise IV | 6.9 | 6.2 | 7.2 |
| Falcon V | 6.6 | 5.7 | 6.5 |
| Rebel IV | 6.5 | 5.8 | 6.2 |
| KY-31 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 6.2 |
| LDS value | 0.2 | 1 | 0.7 |
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Planting Instructions
Starting A New Lawn/Repairing Bare Spots
Ideal Planting Time: The best time to plant is late summer, early fall, or spring. If seeding at other times, be prepared to touch up thin or bare spots as needed.
Seedbed and Soil Preparation: Some lawns may need other soil amendments such lime. It is best to conduct a soil test prior to any new seeding. Till the soil approximately 6 inches deep. Level with garden or landscaping rake. Surface may be firmed by rolling or soaking, then re-raking till level. Leave top 1/2 inch loose to allow seed to be worked into soil.
Fertilization: Prior to or right after seeding, apply a starter fertilizer to help proper root development. Continue using a systematic fertilizer program to maintain a healthy lawn.
Seeding: Sow seeds evenly at 7-10 pounds per 1,000 square feet. Rake lightly into soil. No more than 1/8 inch of soil should cover seed. Use a roller or other means to firmly pack the seeded soil.
Covering: Use blankets, pelletized or paper mulch, or straw to hold soil moisture and hasten germination. Baled straw may bring in unwanted weeds; use with caution.
Watering: Do not allow soil to dry out. Keep soil moist with frequent light watering until seedlings are visible. After lawn is established, water as necessary.
Overseeding An Existing Lawn
Lawn Preparation: Mow lawn to 1 inch and remove clippings. Dethatch with a power rake or hand rake smaller areas.
Seeding:Sow seed evenly at 4-6 pounds per 1,000 square feet. Work seed into existing turf by raking.
Watering: Keep soil moist with frequent, light watering until grass is established.
Mowing: Follow normal mowing practices when grass reaches 3 to 4 inches in height.
Maintaining Your Hudson Lawn
Mowing:Maintain mower height between 2 to 3 inches, never remove more than 1/3 of the grass plant with each mowing.
Weed Control: It is very common to see new weeds when planting a new lawn or disturbing the soil. For new lawns, wait 6-8 weeks before using any herbicide. For existing lawns, the best weed control is to maintain a healthy lawn by regular fertilization, proper mowing, and watering as often as necessary.