Rhizomatous Tall Fescue (RTF©) is an advanced generation of turf-type tall fescue which produces rhizomes. A rhizome is an underground stem that penetrates laterally through the soil to spread the plant. Rhizomes send shoots up to the soil surface while extending new roots downward, forming a new plant. The rhizomatous nature of RTF is similar to Kentucky bluegrass. However, unlike Kentucky bluegrass RTF will survive the transition zone climate and other tall fescue turf regions.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

Self-repairing Turf

• Quickly fills in damaged or open spots with new shoots of grass
• High level of traffic tolerance
• Dense turf without open areas prevents weed growth

Strong, deep root system and drought tolerance

• Rapid development of a deep root system
• Excellent drought and heat tolerance with less irrigation
• Adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions

Grows great in sun or shade

• Excellent in the transition zone climate and other tall fescue turf regions
• Will not brown out in the intense summer heat
• One of the most shade tolerant cool season grasses

Excellent color and density

• Has fine leaves which produce a very dense, uniform sod
• Early spring greenup
• Withstands stressful hot temperatures and keeps its rich green color

Excellent insect and disease resistance

• Endophyte enhanced for improved insect, disease and drought tolerance
• Environmentally friendly, reduces chemical and fertilizer inputs

Improved value for the turf professional