Residential and Commercial Couch Grass Installation

Couch grass is perfect for residential and commercial properties that experience high traffic and frequent use. Learn why couch grass in home and office lawns make the best investment!

Couch Grass: A Hardy Choice for Perth Outdoor Spaces

Scientific name Pennisetum clandestinum, No grass matches the rigours of the Australian climate as well as Couch grass does. A favourite among homes and business owners alike, Couch grass gives you a brilliant, dark green colour all year and tolerates droughts well.

Green Oasis installs Couch turf on residential and commercial properties in Perth and the rest of Australia. We’ll help you achieve the soft green scapes you want for your lawn.

Made for Australia

Couch turf (pronounced ‘cooch’) is a popular warm-season and shade-tolerant grass variety in Australia, thanks to its high drought tolerance and soft underfoot. It’s one of the toughest turf varieties, and it’s used for playing surfaces in stadiums and golf courses. It repairs itself quickly, so Couch grass is ideal for backyards and lawns with high foot traffic. If you have kids, pets or customers who love to walk on grass, Couch turf is ideal for you.

It’s easily distinguished from other grasses because of its dark green colour, which it maintains throughout the year (even in the winter). Moreover, it has fine leaf blades that make it soft to the touch. It’s no wonder that Couch grass in Aussie lawns is becoming the local norm.

Drought Tolerance

Couch grass has a deep root system, which enables it to draw much more water from the soil. As such, this drought-tolerant turf trumps all other varieties by a mile (di sya metric pero e idiom sya e haha) when it comes to water consumption. It loves the sun, so it will take a lot for it to wilt. And if it dried off because of the lack of water, it will easily recover.

If you live in an area with water restrictions, or if you prefer a water-efficient turf, Couch grass is an excellent choice for Australian property owners residential and commercial alike.

Couch Grass in Australia

Water requirement

Softness

Growth Rate

Activity

Maintenance

Evasiveness

Sun requirement

Wear Tolerance

Couch grass develops a moderate thatch layer (a layer of living and dead stems, leaves and roots between the growing blades and the soil), which serves as a protective layer. As such, Couch grass withstands wear better. It can handle high traffic and recovers quickly if it’s worn down and stressed.

Appearance

Colour. The distinguishing trait of Couch grass is its dark green colour, which it maintains no matter the season. It looks healthy, even if it lacks water or nutrition. Some observe that it still has this rich hue even if it’s planted in poor-quality soil.

Density. Couch grasses also have a finer leaf blade compared to other types of turf. As a result, it offers dense coverage, while remaining soft to the touch. The delicate leaf blades also prevent water evaporation — another trait that makes it drought-tolerant

How to Plant and Maintain Couch Grass in Australia

Step 1: Soil Preparation

Test soil pH so it falls within the optimal range of 5.5 and 7.0. Use lime or sulfur to make adjustments.

Step 2: Choosing Planting Method

Seeding: Plant in late spring and spread seeds evenly at 0.5 kg per 100 square metres.

Sodding: Lay sod strips tightly together on prepared soil.

Step 3: Initial Couch Grass Watering

Water daily until roots are established at 2-3 weeks then reduce gradually.

Step 4: Routine Maintenance

When it’s growing season, mow to a height of 5. Water 25 mm per week and fertilise bi yearly.

Step 5: Pest and Disease Management

Monitor for pests or brown patches that indicate disease. Early detection ensures effective control.

Contact Green Oasis for professional couch grass care today!

Looking for professional help with couch care Australia solutions? Reach out today for tailored advice on keeping your couch grass lawn lush year-round!

Green Oasis Is the Couch Grass Expert

15+ Years of Experience

We have over 15 years of experience in Couch turf installation and irrigation.

Family Business

We are a fully qualified and insured family business.

Post-Installation Care

We offer free mow, fertiliser and wetting agent application after installation.

Free Consultation

You’ll receive professional Couch grass consultation for your property.

The Best Choice for Australian Grass Lawns

Discover the charm of a quintessential Australian lawn with couch grass, renowned for its ease of maintenance and enduring vibrancy. Ideal for the Australian climate, it offers a lush, green landscape throughout the year. For tailored guidance on cultivating a stunning and sustainable outdoor oasis with couch grass, reach out to our experts. We’re here to help you every step of the way.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)​

Because Couch grass loves the sun, it doesn’t tolerate shade as well as other varieties. Couch turf has a maximum of 20% shade tolerance, but with proper care, you can grow healthy Couch in shady areas.
Because it is drought-tolerant, Couch grass will thrive even if the soil’s salt content prevents absorption of water and nutrients. Out of all turf types, Couch grass has the highest salt tolerance. If you’re planning to install turf on your poolside, or if you live in a coastal region, Couch grass is your best choice.
Couch turf will grow in cold conditions, but some cultivars require 25°C to germinate. We’ll explore the best cultivars of Couch grass for your region.
In the spring and summer, Couch grass is mowed twice a month at the height of 18mm to 25mm. It grows slower in the winter and autumn, so it’s trimmed once a month at 25mm-30mm.
Yes, it does. Couch grass focuses its energy on horizontal growth, so there is a possibility that it might spread beyond your lawn. This is easily fixed by creating a solid boundary between the area intended for the Couch grass and other sections of the lawn.
Yes. Our free quotes are 100% final with no add-ons.
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