Tahoma 31 is a bermudagrass developed by Oklahoma State University’s turfgrass experts for use not just in sportsfield applications, but also to withstand winter conditions, such as increased shade, winter weather, and drought conditions.
This variety boasts a strong cold-weather tolerance with only a 4% killrate*. Tahoma 31 also greens up earlier once Spring conditions come into play compared to competitors due to its cold-tolerance. This variety is also adaptable to multiple climate types, boosted by its added drought tolerance and salt tolerance.
Tahoma 31 is perfect for sports fields and golf courses across the nation with its already mentioned benefits. Additionally, it has a stronger and faster bounce-back rate from common use and wear, allowing the grass to recover more quickly between uses.
If you’d like to learn more about the detailed research conducted with Oklahoma State University’s turfgrass program, please visit their Tahoma 31 Research Hub.
*Tests for cold-weather kill rate were conducted in West Lafayette, Indiana.
What’s special about Tahoma 31?
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Best Management Practices and Information
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Tahoma 31 requires significantly less water for irrigation than othe bermudgrasses. Once established, Tahoma 31 requires 18% less water than TifTuf. Depending on weather, location, and humidity, irrigate Tahoma 31 as needed at the first sign of wilt.
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Tahoma 31 performs best at a height of cut of between 0.125-inch to 2-inches. A rotary mower may be used but a reel mower is preferred for lower heights of cut.
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Fungicide: A contact/systemic fungicide application should
occur within 24-48 hours after installation. This will help avoid install
stress. After first application, a follow up application is recommended
according to product labels.Herbicide: Wait a minimum of 14 days after installation before applying any herbicide to any turf. Assuming you are supplying your new lawn with enough water then your grass should be rooted down 2 weeks post
install.Fertilizer: Tahoma 31 requies significantly less nitrogen fertilizer than other bermudagrasses. Tahoma 31 is highly effective in it use and processing of Nitrogen fertilizer. It is suggested to apply N at 50% to 75% of the amount of N commonly applied to bermudagrass depending on soil conditions at the installation site. At establishment, it is recommended to apply 1 lb. of N per 1,000 sq.ft.
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With its excellent winter hardiness and market-leading cold tolerance, Tahoma 31 is being planted in the northernmost regions of the transition zone. Still, in some regions, especially on rare occasions when freezing rain may damage any bermudagrass, even Tahoma 31, it is helpful to have some strategies in place to prevent or recover from winterkill. Click below to access a step-by-step guide.