General Catalogue Sales International / Disposition International Representatives

www.freudenberger.net Lawns General Catalogue Sales international / Disposition International representatives

Bernd Geldner Peter Krog-Meyer Arab countries, Iran, Turkey, Austria, Northern Europe Switzerland phone: +49 173 / 9206 680 phone: +49 2151 / 4417 555 [email protected] [email protected] Niall Mac Lochlainn Thomas Freudenberger Ireland Northern Europe, Portugal, Spain, China phone: +353 404 / 800 35 phone: +49 2151 / 4417 266 [email protected] [email protected] Primož Štuhec Marcin Baluch the Balkans, South East Europe Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania, Poland phone: +386 1256 / 5723 phone: +49 2151 / 4417 233 [email protected] [email protected] Juri Ivanov Branko Zlopasa Russia, former CIS the Balkans, Turkey phone: +380 44 / 5745 997 phone: +49 2151 / 4417 234 [email protected] [email protected] Dr. Jiansheng Zhu Vitali Scheffner China Russia, former CIS phone: +86 1062 / 9736 88 phone: +49 2151 / 4417 270 [email protected] [email protected]

Patricia Steinmann Import / Disposition 2 France, Ireland, Portugal, Great Britain phone: +49 2151 / 4417 467 Jens Lindahl [email protected] Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden, Austria, Netherlands phone: +49 2151 / 4417 134 [email protected] If you don’t find your country or contact please call: Simone Kühlewind Overseas +49 2151 / 4417 0 phone: +49 2151 / 4417 144 [email protected] Disposition

Benjamin Schepers Sabine Olivier Great Britain, Asia, Middle East Belgium, France, Italy, Portugal, Spain phone: +49 2151 / 4417 500 phone: +49 2151 / 4417 388 [email protected] [email protected]

Christoph Weghs Axel Laden Great Britain, Asia, Austria, Denmark, Netherlands, North & South America Switzerland phone: +49 2151 / 4417 300 phone: +49 2151 / 4417 135 [email protected] [email protected]

Andrei Likhuta Daniel Ruland Czech Republic, Poland Austria, Denmark, Netherlands, phone: +49 2151 / 4417 389 Switzerland [email protected] phone: +49 2151 / 4417 744 [email protected] Cathrine Guellier Belgium, France, Italy, Spain phone: +49 2151 / 4417 468 [email protected]

Christina Zillessen Belgium, France, Italy, Spain phone: +49 2151 / 4417 466 [email protected]

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4 Experimental Cultivation 21 Landscape Lawns 52 Greenfield Flowers 5 Coated Seed 24 Special Mixtures 54 Greenfield Agricultural Seed 10 ProSeed® Seed for Experts 27 Wildflower and Herbal Supplements 58 Grüne Oase Programme 29 Greening Mixtures 60 Greenline Programme Greenfield Professional Programme 30 Golf Mixtures 62 Freudenberger Special Varieties 16 Ornamental Lawns 36 Seed & Sorb® 66 Species Descriptions 16 Recreational Lawns 69 All About the Green 19 Sports Turf Small Package Programme 20 Parking Lawns 38 Loretta Programme 20 Roof Greening 42 Greenfield Lawns Research and development Experimental Cultivation Always one seed ahead

to find and breed the most suitable about 10 grass species with up to 30 grasses for as long as they have been different varieties are grown each year. cultivating lawns. Over the course In addition to individual varieties, dif- of the centuries, many grasses have ferent mixtures are grown in order to been influenced by breeding. A few test the compatability of the individu- species have evolved into hundreds al components to generate a suitable of varieties that all differ according to mixture. various properties. Some of the most The trial results are used in the compo- important distinguishing features are sition of the grass mixtures to achieve the colour, the rate of growth, leaf the best results for the mixture's use. structure and disease resistance. In addition to the features mentioned above, there are a great number of further differentiation possibilities. The individual varieties are described People have been cultivating lawns for in various publications and classified 4 centuries. Whereas about a hundred by cultivation trials. However, in order years ago only the very wealthy and to gain an comparison of the varieties the nobility could afford to maintain yourself, a cultivation trial is essential. manicured lawns, today they can be For many years Feldsaaten Freuden- found in almost every garden, public berger has its own separate trial field parks and a wide variety of playing in which such trials are made possible. surfaces. People have been trying Over several hundred square meters, By using these trials, Feldsaaten Freudenberger is continuously improving the grass mixtures in order to always maintain a position to offer the customer the right product. In addition to lawns, a huge range of other plants are also grown in the trial field. In addition to flowers and herbs, there are a wide variety of agricultural crops demonstrated.

Please contact Feldsaaten Freuden- berger if you would like to see the trials for yourself – a well-informed member of staff will be happy to guide you around the facility! Coated Seed

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Coated Seed has been produced for a modern production plant. It is able different ingredients, numerous col- over 30 years by Feldsaaten Freuden- to cover different varieties with many ouring agents are available to colour berger. The first trials were carried out different coats. The production tech- the coat – allowing individual customer by the founder of the company, Mr. nology is continuously being optimised preference to be fulfilled. Furthermore, Siegfried Freudenberger. The aim was and the experience gained is constantly the coating thickness can also be varied to improve germination and the initial influencing further developments. for some varieties, so that the coat can development of the seedling. While The composition of Coated Seed is be adapted depending on the intended only small quantities were initially pro- thus constantly being improved even use. duced in improvised containers, further. Since 2005, different coating today, Feldsaaten Freudenberger boasts variants are available. In addition to

The development of Coated Seed since 2000 2000 2005 2007 2010

Expansion of the The development of Inauguration of the new Organic approval of Coated Seed Coated Seed WASP with production plant by Coated Seed production facilities water storage Agriculture Minister Eckhard Uhlenberg

2011 2013 2014 2015

New procedure for Market maturity of The introduction of Breakthrough in the use embedding rhizobacteria Coated Seed Nutri with Coated Seed Vital with of germination acceler- in Coated Seed Rhizo, start fertiliser in the coat fungus inhibitors ators in Coated Seed City of Krefeld Innovation Speed Prize for Coated Seed Coated Seed

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ts Coated Seed with nutrien The nutrient coat – a highly effective, intelligent shell

Classic Coated Seed is seed that is coated in vital and ger- The advantages of classic coated seed at a glance: mination-promoting substances. This coating is made up of ∂ Higher emergence rates through better soil contact various components, such as calcium carbonate to regulate ∂ Best development of young plants through an optimal pH values and talc. In addition to this, macro and micro-nu- supply of nutrients to the seedling trients are important components of Coated Seed. Coated seeds are easy to distinguish visually from conventional, un- ∂ The coat preserves and protects the seed until the optimal coated seeds, without the shape of seeds being altered. The moisture level is achieved advantages of the coating apply both for individual seeds ∂ Simple sowing and uniform distribution of the seeds as well as for seed mixtures, regardless of whether they are ∂ The seed remains securely in place and is not carried away by sown manually or by machine. On extremely difficult surfac- the wind es that are difficult to work with or are completely unworka- ∂ No danger of being damaged by birds and rodents ble (e.g. embankments and other slopes), reparative tillage measures can be omitted. ∂ Using plant strengtheners, it promotes health and strengthens the reinforces the resilience of young plants The seed in each coated seed variant is vaccinated ∂ With humic acids, for safe germination and increased nutrient with humic acid and a plant strengthener. Thus, in uptake every area of application, healthy and quick germination is ensured.

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2 First nutrient layer Second nutrient layer 5 SEED GRAIN + Humic acid + Plant strengthener

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In order to supply seedlings with optimal nutrients in the The advantages of Coated Seed Nutri at a glance: first days of life, Coated Seed Nutri contains fertiliser with ∂ In addition to the “classic” substances, CS Nutri contains an the nutrients nitrogen and phosphate. These nutrients are N+P fertiliser immediately available to the seedling after the first roots ∂ The fertiliser supplies the seedlings with nutrients in the have formed and guarantee rapid and healthy growth. The first days concentration of fertiliser is chosen so that each seedling receives the optimal quantity of nutrients. ∂ Significant growth advantage over normal seed ∂ Better establishment in comparison to uncoated seed The difference to conventional uncoated seed is clear to ∂ Healthy and robust plants see within a few days: the crops coated with the nutrient coating display an significant growth advantage over the conventional uncoated seed and can thus take root much more quickly.

The seed is coated in an additional layer of start fertiliser. This start fertiliser is immediately available to the seedling.

3 Powdered minerals Humic acid 4

2 First nutrient layer Second nutrient layer 5 SEED GRAIN + Humic acid + Plant strengthener

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Tried and tested absorber technology has allowed us to coat enormous advantage thanks to the WASP technology. seeds with a nutrient coating that stores moisture. The result The absorber only loses its ability to store water after a few is a unique power-seed that provides the seedling with vital weeks and thus provides for a secure water supply until the nutrients and moisture from the very beginning, even during seedling has grown. dry periods. The absorber material stores moisture when it comes into contact with water and then releases it to the The advantages of Coated Seed WASP at a glance: seedling as needed. The nutrients contained in Coated Seed ∂ In addition to the “classic” substances, CS WASP contains a are dissolved in the water and then stored in the absorber water storage as well. Coated Seed WASP increases the water absorption ∂ Significant advantage over competing products, and storage capacity of the seed 100-fold. The swelling of the particularly in dry conditions grain and the supply of moisture to the seedling are thus en- ∂ Particularly advantageous in the case of heat and drought sured in the long term. Particularly under extreme conditions ∂ The water storage capacity is increased 100-fold such as drought and heat, the additional water supply is an ∂ Unique on the market

During the coating process, a layer containing water storing absorber is integrated. This absorber can store multiple times its own volume in water. 8

3 Powdered minerals Humic acid 4

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Through the addition of a novel germination accelerator, the on the species. This process is especially advantageous in the germination process is accelerated and the seed becomes es- case of strains with very long germination periods. A classic tablished much more quickly. Through various natural growth example of this is smooth-stalked meadow grass. It takes aids and a novel active ingredient composition, the biological about four weeks from sowing to germination. In addition to processes within the seed grain are accelerated, causing the the acceleration of the germination process, the seedlings’ germination process to begin earlier. The reduction in the growth process is optimised so that they grow more quickly overall germination period can save several days, depending than untreated seed.

The germination accelerator is placed directly on the seed during coating, so that the ingredients can actively accelerate the germination process. 9

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Seed for Experts ProSeed® is a completely new range of professional grass seed. This is not based on conventional evaluation lists. Instead, the latest varieties available from around the world are used. These include varieties that will only become available to the general public in a few years’ time. With the ProSeed® line, new mixtures that use only the highest quality seed are available to you. In order to keep the time to germination as short as possible, the PS 310, 320 and 322 mixtures use Coated Seed Speed, which significantly reduces the germination period. This means you can achieve success even faster. Further information on coated seed can be found from page 5, a detailed description of the varieties used from page 62.

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A quality mixture for newly seeded professional sports turf with high-quality grass varieties. This mixture contains the creeping ryegrass CORSICA with the best ratings in the RSM [German standard seed mixtures] list is used. CORSICA 10 is self-regenerating and thus fills gaps in the turf. It increases the sheer strength of the grass. The smooth-stalked meadow grass it contains is coated with Coated Seed Speed. Germination is thus significantly faster germinating compared to conventional smooth-stalked meadow grass.

30% Lolium perenne CSI CORSICA Product no.: 65310 20% Lolium perenne ELEGANA / BELLEVUE / CONCERTO EAN code: 4011239653109 25% Poa pratensis YVETTE Coated Seed Speed Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 25% Poa pratensis BROOKLAWN Coated Seed Speed Care requirement: high ProSeed®

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PS 320 Sports Turf Reseed STADIUM+ CS C

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An absolutely professional mix with creeping ryegrass for faster regeneration and increased shear strength of the turf. In combination with the smooth-stalked meadow grass, a very dense and highly regenerative turf forms. In order to ensure fast reseeding, the seed is coated with the Speed coat, which leads to faster germination and thus to even faster regeneration of damaged lawn areas. PS 320 is the ideal blend for anyone who wants to turn their lawn into professional stadium turf in the shortest time possible.

All of the seed used is refined with Coated Seed Speed: 70% Lolium perenne CSI CORSICA Product no.: 65320 10% Lolium perenne SIRTAKY EAN code: 4011239653208 20% Poa pratensis BROOKLAWN Sowing rate: 20 g/m2 Care requirement: high

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PS 321 Sports Turf Reseed STADIUM CSA An extended playing season 10 kg bag

Regeneration mixture for use on professional lawns, especially during the colder part of the year. The Cool Season Active® grasses (CSA) it contains grow even at low temperatures from a soil temperature of 5°C and significantly extend the regeneration/vegetation time in comparison to normal seed. The area stays greener for longer in autumn and growth begins in spring when other lawns are still taking their winter rest. The playing season can thus be extended considerably and the lawn will withstand the winter well.

60% Lolium perenne COLOSSEUM (COOL SEASON ACTIVE®) Product no.: 65321 30% Lolium perenne CENTURION (COOL SEASON ACTIVE®) EAN code: 4011239653215 10% Lolium perenne DOUBLETIME / DOUBLE Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 Care requirement: high

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Regeneration mixture for use on professional lawns, especially during the colder part of the year. The Cool Season Active® grasses (CSA) it contains grow even at low temperatures from a soil temperature of 5°C and significantly extend the regeneration/vegetation time in comparison to normal seed. The area stays greener for longer in autumn and growth begins in early spring when other lawns are still dormant. The seed is wrapped in our Speed coat so that the germination period is reduced further. The ideal blend for anyone who wants to make an early start.

All of the seed used is refined with Coated Seed Speed: 60% Lolium perenne COLOSSEUM (COOL SEASON ACTIVE®) Product no.: 65322 30% Lolium perenne CENTURION (COOL SEASON ACTIVE®) EAN code: 4011239653222 10% Lolium perenne DOUBLETIME / DOUBLE Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 Care requirement: high

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Greenfield

14 Professional Mixture Greenfield professional mixtures are specially designed for professional use in gardens as well as landscaping and sports facilities. The series covers the full range of grass mixtures, from refined ornamental lawns to biotope development areas. In addition to the known RSM mixtures (Regel- Saatgut-Mischungen: Rasen der Forschungsgesellschaft Landschaftsentwicklung Landschaftsbau e. V. [Standard Seed Mixtures: Lawns of the Research Society for Landscape Development and Landscaping]), the range includes other mixtures for special requirements not covered by the RSM mixtures. Only high-quality premium varieties that are optimised for the respective application are used. The Greenfield Quality Concept

With the Greenfield quality concept, Feldsaaten Freudenberger pursues clear objectives and meets the highest standards in order to be able to offer you products that are convincing from the start:

∂ best varieties ∂ highest purity ∂ highest germination ability

When putting together the mixtures for the entire Greenfield programme, it is ensured that the varieties included match in terms of colour and blade width in order to create a harmonious aesthetic.

RSM Product 1.1 Ornamental lawns p. 16 5.1.1 Parking lawns, without yarrow p. 20 1.2 Ornamental lawns p. 16 5.1.1 Parking lawns with yarrow p. 20 2.2.1 Recreational lawns, dry locations p. 17 6.1 Extensive roof greening p. 20 2.2.2 Recreational lawns, dry locations, hard-wearing p. 17 7.1.1 Landscape lawns, standard without herbs p. 21 2.3 Recreational lawns, play areas p. 17 7.1.2 Landscape lawns, standard with herbs p. 21 2.4 Recreational lawns, herb lawns p. 18 7.2.1 Landscape lawns, dry locations without herbs p. 22 15 3.1 Sports turf, representative, new lawns p. 19 7.2.2 Landscape lawns, dry locations with herbs p. 22 3.2 Sports turf, regeneration, coated seed p. 19 7.3 Landscape lawns, wet locations p. 23 3.2 Sports turf, representative, with Poa pratensis p. 19 7.4 Landscape lawns, semi-shade p. 23 Professional mixtures

Ornamental Lawns / Recreational Lawns Professional RSM quality mixtures

GF-110 Ornamental lawns RSM 1.1 For representational areas and home gardens with high care requirements and low resistance to wear. A lawn that develops more slowly and forms a very fine-bladed, dense turf with a tolerance for low cutting. 30% Festuca rubra commutata TROPHY Sales unit: 10 kg bag 30% Festuca rubra rubra LAMBADA Product no.: 69110 20% Festuca rubra trichophylla BARPEARL EAN code: 4011239301307 20% Lolium perenne SIRTAKY Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 Care requirement: high

GF-120 Ornamental lawns RSM 1.2 For representational areas and home gardens with high care requirements and low resistance to wear. A lawn that develops more slowly and forms a very fine-bladed, dense turf with a tolerance for low cutting.

40% Festuca rubra commutata TROPHY Sales unit: 10 kg bag 40% Festuca rubra rubra LAMBADA Product no.: 69120 20% Festuca rubra trichophylla BARPEARL EAN code: 4011239301338 Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 Care requirement: high 16

GF-210 Recreational lawn, standard For home gardens, residential settlements and usable, public greens anywhere except dry locations. A mixture that is very slow to germinate and grow with ornamental lawn properties that is not recommended for areas with heavy weed growth.

5% Agrostis capillaris HIGHLAND Sales unit: 10 kg bag 40% Festuca rubra commutata CAPRICCIO Product no.: 69210 25% Festuca rubra rubra MAXIMA 1 EAN code: 4011239301406 5% Festuca rubra trichophylla SAMANTA Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 15% Poa pratensis MIRACLE Care requirement: low to high, 10% Poa pratensis PANDURO depending on use Recreational Lawns Professional RSM quality mixtures

GF-220 Recreational lawns, dry locations RSM 2.2.1 For home gardens, residential settlements and usable, public green areas in dry locations. Care requirement is low to high, depending on wear. 15% Festuca trachyphylla SPARTAN Sales unit: 10 kg bag 35% Festuca rubra commutata CAPRICCIO Product no.: 69220 15% Festuca rubra rubra SERVICE EAN code: 4011239301420 10% Festuca rubra trichophylla SAMANTA Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 10% Poa pratensis BROOKLAWN Care requirement: low to high 15% Poa pratensis MIRACLE depending on use

GF-222 Recreational lawns, dry locations, robust RSM 2.2.2 Mixture for sowing gravel lawns, pavers, parking spaces and verges in warm and dry locations. Low to medium care requirement and toughness.

70% Festuca arundinacea DEBUSSY 1 Sales unit: 10 kg bag 10% Lolium perenne BELLEVUE Product no.: 69222 20% Poa pratensis PANDURO EAN code: 4011239301482 Sowing rate: 35 g/m2 Care requirement: low to high depending on use 17

GF-230 Recreational lawns, play areas RSM 2.3 For Intensive use such as in the case of home gardens, sunbathing areas and playgrounds. Average care requirement for medium to heavy-duty use; a tough lawn according to DIN 18917. The universal lawn for all locations displays fast initial development and is suitable for all locations.

25% Festuca rubra commutata TROPHY Sales unit: 10 kg bag 15% Festuca rubra rubra MAXIMA 1 Product no.: 69230 5% Festuca rubra trichophylla SAMANTA EAN code: 4011239300133 25% Lolium perenne CONCERTO Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 15% Lolium perenne ESQUIRE Care requirement: medium 10% Poa pratensis MIRACLE 5% Poa pratensis PANDURO Professional mixtures

Recreational Lawns Professional RSM quality mixtures

GF-240 Recreational lawns, herb lawns RSM 2.4 Mixture for home gardens, residential settlements and usable, public greens with low-growing indigenous herbs. Suitable for all locations except for extremely wet or nutrient-rich soil. The care requirements are very low to low, 5-8 cuts/year.

5.0% Agrostis capillaris HIGHLAND Sales unit: 10 kg bag 5.0% Festuca trachyphylla SPARTAN Product no.: 69240 20.0% Festuca rubra commutata WILMA EAN code: 4011239301468 20.0% Festuca rubra rubra MAXIMA 1 Sowing rate: 10-15 g/m2 10.0% Festuca rubra trichophylla SAMANTA Care requirement: Low to very low, 3.0% Lolium perenne ULTRA 5-8 cuts per year 18.0% Poa pratensis BROOKLAWN 2.0% Poa trivialis TRITANA 0.5% Achillea millefolium 0.3% Bellis perennis 0.5% Centaurea jacea 0.5% Crepis capillaris 1.0% Dianthus deltoides 0.2% Galium mollugo 0.2% Galium verum 0.5% Leontodon autumnalis 18 0.8% Leontodon hispidus 2.0% Leucanthemum vulgare 1.0% Lotus corniculatus 0.5% Medicago lupulina 1.0% Plantago media 0.5% Potentilla verna 2.0% Prunella vulgaris 1.5% Salvia pratensis 1.0% Sanguisorba minor 1.5% Thymus pulegioides 1.0% Trifolium incarnatum 0.5% Trifolium pratense

Sports Turf Professional RSM quality mixtures

GF-311 Sports turf, representative, new lawns RSM 3.1 For distressed sports lawns and turf sports facilities in any location. The lawn characterised by its extreme toughness, dense and secure turf that can be cut well, very good regenerative ability and an attractive appearance in winter.

30% Lolium perenne CONCERTO Sales unit: 10 kg bag 20% Lolium perenne BELLEVUE Product no.: 69311 15% Poa pratensis YVETTE EAN code: 4011239300218 20% Poa pratensis BROOKLAWN Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 15% Poa pratensis MIRACLE Care requirement: medium to high

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40% Lolium perenne CONCERTO Sales unit: 10 kg bag 40% Lolium perenne SIRTAKY Product no.: 69320 20% Lolium perenne BELLEVUE EAN code: 4011239301536 19 Sowing rate: 30 g/m2 Care requirement: medium to high

GF-321 Sports turf, representative with Poa pratensis RSM 3.2 Reseeding and regeneration mixture for all games and sports turf. Thanks to very fast germination and its strong ability to compete with unwanted grasses and invasive species, this lawn mixture ensures regeneration success.

40% Lolium perenne BELLEVUE Sales unit: 10 kg bag 40% Lolium perenne SIRTAKY Product no.: 69321 10% Lolium perenne ELEGANA EAN code: 4011239300560 10% Poa pratensis MIRACLE Sowing rate: 30 g/m2 Care requirement: medium to high Professional mixtures

Parking Lawns / Roof Greening Professional RSM quality mixtures

GF-510 Parking lawns, without yarrow RSM 5.1.1 Mixture for sowing gravel lawns, pavers, parking spaces and verges in all locations. Low to medium care requirement and toughness.

15% Festuca rubra rubra SERVICE Sales unit: 10 kg bag 5% Festuca rubra trichophylla SAMANTA Product no.: 69510 50% Lolium perenne ELEGANA EAN code: 4011239302540 30% Poa pratensis BROOKLAWN Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 Care requirement: low to medium

GF-511 parking lawns, with yarrow RSM 5.1.1 Mixture for sowing gravel lawns, pavers, parking spaces and verges in all locations. Low to medium care requirement and toughness.

2% Achillea millefolium 99/90 Sales unit: 10 kg bag 15% Festuca rubra rubra SERVICE Product no.: 69511 5% Festuca rubra trichophylla SAMANTA EAN code: 4011239302564 50% Lolium perenne ELEGANA Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 28% Poa pratensis BROOKLAWN Care requirement: low to medium 20

GF-610 Extensive roof greening RSM 6.1 A very low-growing, drought-resistant mixture roof greening with vegetation support layers of 10-15 cm in thickness. Good regenerative ability through tilling, the formation of runners and self-sowing. Low care requirement after completion, 0-1 cut/year, no irrigation, no fertilisation.

2% Agrostis capillaris HIGHLAND Sales unit: 10 kg bag 25% Festuca trachyphylla BORNITO Product no.: 69610 5% Festuca rubra trichophylla SAMANTA EAN code: 4011239302601 15% Festuca rubra commutata CAPRICCIO Sowing rate: 5 g/m2 3% Poa compressa REUBENS Care requirement: Low 13% Poa pratensis EVORA 2% Anthoxanthum odoratum 35% Herbs*

*consisting of: 1.5% Achillea millefolium 2.0% Campanula rotundifolia 1.0% Hieracium pilosella 6.0% Prunella grandiflora 2.0% Allium schoenoprasum 6.0% Dianthus carthusianorum 2.0% Leucanthemum vulgare 1.5% Thymus pulegioides 3.0% Anthemis tinctoria 6.0% Dianthus deltoides 2.0% Petrorhagia saxifraga 2.0% Thymus serpyllum Landscape Lawns Professional RSM quality mixtures

GF-711 Landscape lawns, standard without herbs RSM 7.1.1 Mix for extensively used areas of open landscape in all locations except for extremely dry, alkaline, wet and shady ground. The main areas of application are recultivation areas in private and public green areas, roadside greenery, embankments, landfills etc.. Limited toughness and low care requirements, 0-3 cuts/year, cutting height 5-10 cm.

5% Agrostis capillaris HIGHLAND Sales unit: 10 kg bag 25% Festuca trachyphylla SPARTAN Product no.: 69711 30% Festuca rubra commutata TROPHY EAN code: 4011239302700 15% Festuca rubra rubra REVERENT Sowing rate: 20 g/m2 15% Festuca rubra trichophylla SAMANTA Care requirement: 0-3 cuts per year 5% Lolium perenne FANCY 5% Poa pratensis EVORA

GF-712 Landscape lawns, standard with herbs RSM 7.1.2 Has the same properties as RSM 7.1.1 but are organically improved with the addition of a special herbal additive. Using deep-rooting species, the stability of embankments is improved by the biological structure. The main areas of application are recultivation areas in private and public green areas, roadside greenery, embankments, landfills etc.. Toughness and low care requirements, 0-3 cuts/year, cutting height 5-10 cm. 21

5% Agrostis capillaris HIGHLAND Sales unit: 10 kg bag 23.3% Festuca trachyphylla SPARTAN Product no.: 69712 30% Festua rubra commutata TROPHY EAN code: 4011239302731 15% Festuca rubra rubra REVERENT Sowing rate: 20 g/m2 15% Festuca rubra trichophylla SAMANTA Care requirement: 0-3 cuts per year 5% Lolium perenne FANCY 5% Poa pratensis EVORA 1.7% Herbs and clover species*

*consisting of 0.2% Achillea millefolium 98/80 0.1% Galium album 80/70 0.3% Leucanthemum vulgare 80/70 0.1% Sanguisorba minor 90/70 0.2% Centaurea jacea 80/70 0.1% Galium verum 80/70 0.1% Pimpinella saxifraga 80/70 0.2% Lotus corniculatus 0.1% Daucus carota 80/70 0.1% Leontodon ssp. 80/70 0.1% Plantago lanceolata 80/70 0.1% Medicago lupulina Professional mixtures

Landscape Lawns Professional RSM quality mixtures

GF-721 Landscape lawns, dry locations without herbs RSM 7.2.1 Mix for all extensively used areas of open landscape in dry locations and on alkaline soil (south-facing embankments, high embankments, steep embankments, crude soils). The main areas of application are recultivation areas in private and public green areas, roadside greenery, embankments, landfills etc.. Toughness and low care requirements, 0-3 cuts/ year, cutting height 5-10 cm.

45% Festuca trachyphylla SPARTAN Sales unit: 10 kg bag 15% Festuca rubra commutata TROPHY Product no.: 69721 15% Festuca rubra rubra REVERENT EAN code: 4011239302762 10% Festuca rubra trichophylla SAMANTA Sowing rate: 20 g/m2 15% Lolium perenne ULTRA Care requirement: 0-3 cuts per year

GF-722 landscape lawn, dry locations with herbs RSM 7.2.2 Properties such as RSM 7.2.1, but organically improved by adding a special herbal additive. Using deep-rooting species, the stability of embankments is improved by the biological structure. The main areas of application are recultivation areas in private and public green areas, roadside greenery, embankments, landfills etc.. Toughness and low care require- 22 ments, 0-3 cuts/year, cutting height 5-10 cm.

41.9% Festuca trachyphylla SPARTAN Sales unit: 10 kg bag 15% Festuca rubra commutata CAPRICCIO Product no.: 69722 15% Festuca rubra rubra REVERENT EAN code: 4011239302809 10% Festuca rubra trichophylla SAMANTA Sowing rate: 20 g/m2 15% Lolium perenne ULTRA Care requirement: 0-3 cuts per year 3.1% Herbs and clover species*

*consisting of: 0.2% Achillea millefolium 98/80 0.1% Galium mollugo 80/70 0.1% Pimpinella saxifraga 80/70 0.2% Anthyllis vulneraria 80/70 0.1% Centaurea jacea 80/70 0.1% Galium verum 80/70 0.1% Plantago lanceolata 80/70 0.2% Lotus corniculatus Leo 0.1% Centaurea scabiosa 80/70 0.1% Leontodon ssp. 80/70 0.2% Salvia pratensis 80/70 0.2% Medicago lupulina Virgo 0.1% Daucus carota 80/70 0.2% Leucanthemum vulgare 80/70 0.1% Sanguisorba minor 80/70 0.8% Onobrychis viciifolia 98/80 0.2% Dianthus carthusianorum 80/70 Landscape Lawns Professional RSM quality mixtures

GF-730 Landscape lawns, wet locations RSM 7.3 Mix for all extensively used areas of open landscape in locations prone to waterlogging (e.g. river bank reinforcements, embankments, dikes, ditches, water retention basins).

5% Agrostis capillaris HIGHLAND Sales unit: 10 kg bag 5% Agrostis stolonifera PENNCROSS Product no.: 69730 15% Festuca trachyphylla BORNITO EAN code: 4011239302830 25% Festuca rubra commutata CAPRICCIO Sowing rate: 20 g/m2 20% Festuca rubra rubra REVERENT Care requirement: 0-3 cuts per year 10% Festuca rubra trichophylla SAMANTA 15% Lolium perenne FANCY 5% Poa trivialis TRITANA

GF-740 Landscape lawns, semi-shade RSM 7.4 Often used along transport routes and extensively used and maintained surfaces in private and public spaces. Very easy to care for and undemanding.

5% Agrostis capillaris HIGHLAND Sales unit: 10 kg bag 20% Festuca trachyphylla SPARTAN Product no.: 69740 15% Festuca rubra commutata TROPHY EAN code: 4011239302861 15% Festuca rubra rubra REVERENT Sowing rate: 20 g/m2 15% Festuca rubra trichophylla SAMANTA Care requirement: 0-3 cuts per year 15% Lolium perenne ELEGANA 10% Poa pratensis EVORA 5% Poa nemoralis SHADOW Professional mixtures

Special Mixtures Professional top quality mixtures

GF-820 Catch crops Mixture of grasses and legumes for sowing in new woodland plantings. It aims to eliminate the free cutting of woodland planting. Low-growing clover species do not compete with woody planting for nutrients, prevent damage from erosion and retain rainwater, especially on slopes.

5% Agrostis capillaris HIGHLAND Sales unit: 10 kg bag 10% Festuca trachyphylla RIDU Product no.: 69820 25% Festuca rubra commutata WILMA EAN code: 4011239184108 25% Festuca rubra rubra REVERENT Sowing rate: 15 g/m2 5% Lotus corniculatus LEO 5% Medicago lupulina VIRGO 5% Trifolium incarnatum HEUSERS OSTSAAT 15% Trifolium repens HUIA 5% Trifolium subterraneum 98/80

GF-825 American Green d Nutri ee A lawn mixture as is predominantly used in American home gardens. A high share of tall fescue S d e 24 guarantees that this mix is drought resistant and therefore does not have to be watered as much t

as conventional lawn mixtures, especially in the summer months. American Green also grows well in shady locations. Generally speaking, this lawn should not be cut low. er with fertilis

30% Festuca arundinacea SC-1 Sales unit: 10 kg bag 30% Festuca arundinacea GREYSTONE Product no.: 62000 15% Festuca rubra commutata TROPHY EAN code: 4011239418807 5% Lolium perenne CSI NEW ORLEANS Sowing rate: 20 g/m2 10% Lolium perenne CONCERTO 10% Poa compressa REUBENS coated seed

GF-830 Gravel turf An alternative to the RSM 5 – universal mixture for passable lawns, suitable for grass pavers, grass sods, lawn lattice stones, plastic honeycomb, gravel turf et.. The inclusion of annual panicle, which even flourishes on compacted soils and can tolerate being driven on, gives this mixture certain advantages over RSM 5.

1% Achillea millefolium 98/80 Sales unit: 10 kg bag 4% Cynosurus cristatus 98/75 Product no.: 69830 10% Festuca rubra commutata WILMA EAN code: 4011239184139 25% Festuca rubra rubra REVERENT Sowing rate: 15 g/m2 40% Lolium perenne CONCERTO 10% Poa annua 95/80 10% Poa pratensis BROOKLAWN Special Mixtures Professional top quality mixtures

GF-840 Extensive lawns Wild lawn mixture for all extensively used and manicured lawns in open landscapes. Also suitable for greening crude soil. 20% ryegrass ensures germination, with good root penetration and thus fast embankment stabilisation at low growth. The main areas of application are recultivation areas in private and public green areas, roadside greenery, embankments, landfills etc..

0.5% Achillea millefolium 98/85 Sales unit: 10 kg bag 15% Festuca trachyphylla RIDU Product no.: 69840 9% Festuca rubra commutata WILMA EAN code: 4011239184160 30% Festuca rubra rubra REVERENT Sowing rate: 15 g/m2 20% Lolium perenne FANCY, BELIDA 0.5% Lotus corniculatus LEO 0.5% Medicago lupulina VIRGO MS 5% Onobrychis viciaefolia 98/80 15% Poa pratensis BROOKLAWN 1% Sanguisorba minor 98/80 3.5% Trifolium incarnatum HEUSERS OSTSAAT

GF-845 Shaded lawns d Nutri ee Shaded areas are the biggest problem areas in the garden. Migratory shade or semi-shade with S d e soil ranging from very dry to very wet requires that the lawn plants are highly adaptable. t 25

Greenfield shaded lawn consists of a number of species which ensure that, despite difficult conditions, a green lawn is maintained throughout the year. er with fertilis

20% Festuca arundinacea STARLET Sales unit: 10 kg bag 20% Festuca arundinacea BORNEO Product no.: 69845 10% Festuca rubra rubra SERVICE EAN code: 4011239184184 15% Festuca rubra commutata WILMA Sowing rate: 20 g/m2 20% Lolium perenne ELEGANA 5% Poa nemoralis SHADOW 5% Poa pratensis BROOKLAWN 5% Poa compressa REUBENS

GF-850 Airport turf Because of limited growth, this turf is very easy to care for and leaves very few cuttings on the surface.

15% Festuca rubra commutata WILMA Sales unit: 10 kg bag 25% Festuca rubra rubra REVERENT Product no.: 69850 40% Lolium perenne ULTRA EAN code: 4011239184207 20% Poa pratensis BROOKLAWN Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 Professional mixtures

Special Mixtures Professional top quality mixtures

GF-894 Wildflower and herb meadow with grasses This combination of meadow flowers, annual field flowers, herbs, grasses and clover species suitable in any part of the country and develops over the course of years into a perennial meadow with beautiful and colourful flora. This mixture also provides a paradise for butterflies and bees. This flower meadow only needs to be mowed once in the early spring and once after it has died back in September.

5% Agrostis capillaris HIGHLAND Sales unit: 10 kg bag 1% Anthoxanthum oderatum 98/80 Product no.: 69894 15% Festuca trachyphylla RIDU EAN code: 4011239300508 5% Bromus erectus 98/80 Sowing rate: 10 g/m2 10% Festuca rubra com. WILMA 5% Phleum pratensis ANJO 5% Arrhenatherum elatius ARONE 2% Onobrychis sativa HS 1% Trifolium incarnatum HEUSERS OSTSAAT 1% Lotus corniculatus LEO 5% Poa pratensis BROOKLAWN 30% Festuca rubra rubra REVERENT 15% Wildflower and herb mixture (with over 40 different varieties)* 26

*consisting of: Achillea millefolium Centaurea scabiosa Knautia arvensis Salvia nemoralis Taraxacum officinale Chrysanthemum Linum perenne Sanguisorba minor Adonis aestivalis leucanthemum Linum rubrum Saponaria officinalis Thymus vulgaris Chrysanthemum segetum Lychnis viscaria Silene armeria Agrimonia eupatoria Cichorium intybus Matricaria chamomilla Solidago gigantea Verbascum spec. Daucus carota Myosotis alpestris Agrostemma githago Echium vulgare Nigella sativa Anthriscus sylvestris Eschscholzia californica Oenothera biennis Calendula officinalis Foeniculum vulgare Papaver rhoeas Capsella bursa pastoris Galega officinalis Petroselinum sativum Carum carvi Galium verum Plantago lanceolata Centaurea cyanus Galium mollugo Reseda lutea Centaurea jace Hypericum perforatum Salvia pratensis Wildflowers and Herbal Supplements Professional top quality mixtures

GF-895 Wildflower and herb meadow without grass (basic mixture)

Consisting of: Chrysanthemum Matricaria chamomilla Sales unit: 1 kg bag Achillea millefolium segetum Myosotis alpestris Product no.: 69895 Taraxacum officinale Cichorium intybus Nigella sativa EAN code: 4011239301000 Adonis aestivalis Daucus carota Oenothera biennis Sowing rate: 1-2 g/m2 Thymus vulgaris Echium vulgare Papaver rhoeas Agrimonia eupatoria Eschscholzia californica Petroselinum sativum Verbascum spec. Foeniculum vulgare Plantago lanceolata Agrostemma githago Galega officinalis Reseda lutea Anthriscus sylvestris Silene armeria Salvia pratensis Calendula officinalis Solidago gigantea Salvia nemoralis Capsella bursa pastoris Galium verum Sanguisorba minor Carum carvi Galium mollugo Saponaria officinalis Centaurea cyanus Hypericum perforatum Centaurea jacea Knautia arvensis Centaurea scabiosa Linum perenne Chrysanthemum Linum rubrum leucanthemum Lychnis viscaria

Greening Mixtures Professional mixtures at an economy price

Greenline - GL-815 Embankment lawn with clover A mixture that germinates and grows quickly for locations prone to erosion. The high proportion of ryegrass and the inclusion of deep-rooted clover species provides for rapid, long-term stabilisation of the embankment.*

20% Bromus secalinus Sales unit: 10 kg bag 30% Festuca rubra rubra Product no.: 58980 40% Lolium perenne EAN code: 4011239300362 5% Poa pratensis Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 2.5% Trifolium incarnatum 2.5% Trifolium repens

*composition can vary depending on availability

Greenline - GL-817 Embankment lawn without clover A mixture that germinates and grows quickly for locations prone to erosion. The high proportion of ryegrass provides for rapid, long-term stabilisation of the embankment.*

35% Festuca rubra rubra Sales unit: 10 kg bag 50% Lolium perenne Product no.: 58985 5% Poa pratensis EAN code: 4011239300379 29 10% Bromus secalinus Sowing rate: 25 g/m2

*composition can vary depending on availability

Greenline - GL-820 Greening mixture Quick germinating greening mixture for all locations.*

10% Bromus secalinus Sales unit: 10 kg bag 20% Festuca rubra rubra Product no.: 58990 50% Lolium perenne EAN code: 4011239698001 20% Lolium multiflorum Sowing rate: 25 g/m2

*composition can vary depending on availability Golf Mixtures

30 Golf Mixtures Hardly any other surface must meet as many different requirements as a golf course. Greenfield lawn mixtures for golf courses can be used universally. All of our varieties meet golf course specifications to the highest degree. Whether fairway or green, shady, sunny or sloped positions: Greenfield provides the right professional mixture for every application. The specially selected grasses are subject to strict guidelines and quality controls. Ask about our professional programme for golf courses. We are happy to provide you with individual mixtures according to your requirements. Golf Mixtures Professional top quality mixtures

Varieties of Agrostis stolonifera and their important characteristics (selection) When reseeding, a seed quantity of approx. 3 g/m2 is usually sufficient. This largely depends on the condition of the turf and the reseeding process applied. All varieties can be used as mixtures (Penn-Blend or Agrostis-Blend) according to your wishes. All of the listed Agrostis stolonifera varieties can be delivered as uncoated or coated seed. Furthermore, all varieties of Agrostis stolonifera are available as a mixture with germination aid. Variety Cut height Sowing Preferred location Packaging unit (vegetation time) quantity (new seed) PENN A-1 2.8-3.8 mm 5-8 g/m² All temperate locations 10 kg or 11.35 kg PENN A-4 2.8-3.8 mm 5-8 g/m² Sunny locations, as well as high altitudes PENN G-2 3.0-4.0 mm 5-8 g/m² More shade-tolerant than PENN A-4 PENN G-6 3.0-4.0 mm 5-8 g/m² Sunny locations PENNCROSS 3.5-4.0 mm 5-8 g/m² Relatively tolerant to shade PENNLINKS II 2.8-3.8 mm 5-8 g/m² Excellent heat and drought tolerance

GF-412 Green No. 1 A green mixture using the top varieties of international lawn breeds, that meet the quality required for this sensitive area, which is clearly differentiated from the norm. Thanks to the combination with PENNLINKS II, you achieve a highly resistant turf that still retains its fine structure and provides perfect playing conditions.

8% Agrostis capillaris TROY Product no.: 69411 (10 kg bag) 31 7% Agrostis stolonifera PENNLINKS II EAN code: 4011239303103 45% Festuca rubra com. CALLIOPE Location: Golf greens, putting greens 40% Festuca rubra trich. PINAFORE Sowing rate: 20-30 g/m2 Cut height: 3.5-4.5 mm

GF-413 Green No. 2 (ideal as reseed) RSM 4.1.2 A greens mixture that is particularly suitable for locations where the benefits of creeping bentgrasses and the characteristics of the disease-resistant Festuca species are to be applied. This is particularly advantageous during the start- up phase. If fertilised accordingly, this mixture can establish an Agrostis stolonifera-dominant green.

15% Agrostis stolonifera PENN G-2 Product no.: 69412 (10 kg bag) 45% Festuca rubra com. CALLIOPE EAN code: 4011239302403 40% Festuca rubra trich. BARPEARL Location: Golf greens, putting greens Sowing rate: 20 g/m2 (reseed: approx. 15 g/m²) Cut height: 3-4 mm

GF-414 Green No. 3 (ideal as reseed) RSM 4.1.3 This greens mixture is particularly suitable for green areas where low-intensity care is desired and required. Both the Agrostis capillaris species and the Festuca varieties display good resistance to lawn diseases.

15% Agrostis capillaris BARDOT Product no.: 69414 (10 kg bag) 45% Festuca rubra com. CALLIOPE EAN code: 4011239302410 40% Festuca rubra trich. BARPEARL Location: Golf greens, putting greens Sowing rate: 20 g/m2 (reseed: approx. 15 g/m²) Cut height: 3.5-4.5 mm Golf Mixtures

Golf Mixtures Professional top quality mixtures

GF-415 Green No. 4 RSM 4.1.4 In this mixture, only high-quality Festuca varieties are used, which distinguish themselves through their very high resistance to disease. This mixture has low nutrient and water requirements and requires a moderate level of care.

25% Festuca rubra com. CALLIOPE Product no.: 69415 (10 kg bag) 25% Festuca rubra com. WAGNER 1 EAN code: 401123969415 25% Festuca rubra trich. BARPEARL Location: Golf greens 25% Festuca rubra trich. PINAFORE Sowing rate: 30 g/m2 Cut height: ≥ 5 mm

GF-430 Tee No. 1 RSM 4.3 WITH CREEPING RYEGRASS Among other things, this mixture uses CSI CORSICA. CORSICA is the only creeping ryegrass variety which has been included in the RSM. Thus ensuring quick regeneration of damaged areas.

10% Festuca rubra trich. PINAFORE Product no.: 69430 (10 kg bag) 10% Festuca rubra rubra CORAIL EAN code: 4011239302441 20% Festuca rubra com. CAPRICCIO Location: Tees, driving range, connecting 15% Lolium perenne SIRTAKY paths, representative areas 15% Lolium perenne CSI CORSICA Sowing rate: 25-30 g/m2 (reseed: approx. 15 g/m²) 32 30% Poa pratensis YVETTE Cut height: 10-15 mm

GF-432 Tee No. 2 A mixture for teeing-off in extreme locations, such as shaded areas or humid, high altitudes. By using Supina bluegrass (Poa supina), you receive a mixture for teeing-off that offers a solution for these problem areas.

15% Festuca rubra com. WILMA Product no.: 69432 (10 kg bag) 15% Festuca rubra trich. SAMANTA EAN code: 4011239303127 20% Lolium perenne ULTRA/EXCITE Location: Tees, representational areas 25% Lolium perenne CONCERTO Sowing rate: 25-30 g/m2 10% Lolium perenne BELLEVUE Cut height: 8-15 mm 10% Poa prantesis MIRACLE/CONNI/MERCURY 5% Poa supina SUPRANOVA coated seed

GF-433 Tee No. 3 – for fast regeneration This mixture is particularly suited to quick regeneration of tees subject to heavy use. As Lolium varieties, the tetraploid variety DOUBLETIME and creeping ryegrass variety CORSICA are used. By using these varieties, fast greening of the tee is ensured.

35% Lolium perenne CSI CORSICA Product no.: 69433 (10 kg bag) 15% Lolium perenne DOUBLETIME EAN code: 4011239694331 35% Lolium perenne ELEGANA Location: Tees, representational areas 15% Poa pratensis BROOKLAWN Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 Cut height: 8-15 mm Golf Mixtures Professional top quality mixtures

GF-441 Fairway No. 1 (also suitable for fringes) RSM 4.4.4 This mixture is suitable both for newly set seed and for reseeding fairways. Particularly well suited to soil prone to erosion, silting and weeds. Because of these properties, this mixture is also suitable for sowing on slopes.

10% Festuca rubra trich. SAMANTA Product no.: 65050 (10 kg bag) 10% Festuca rubra rubra CORAIL EAN code: 4011239432544 20% Festuca rubra com. CAPRICCIO Location: Fairways, tees, driving range, representational 30% Lolium perenne CONCERTO areas, also suitable for semi-rough 30% Poa pratensis MIRACLE Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 (reseed: approx. 15 g/m²) Cut height: 10-20 mm

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Golf Mixtures Professional top quality mixtures

GF-442 Fairway No. 2 (ideal for reseeding) WITH CREEPING RYEGRASS This mixture is ideal for reseeding. Through the balanced selection of species and varieties, this is a mixture that ensures fast re-greening because of the Lolium share and offers good drought resistance because of the Festuca varieties. COLOSSEUM as Cool Season Active® grass grows already from 5°C, germinates very quickly and is therefore ideally suited as regeneration sowing. The Lolium variety CORSICA belongs to the creeping ryegrass and is also suitable for optimal regeneration sowing.

15% Festuca rubra com. CAPRICCIO Product no.: 69442 (10 kg bag) 10% Lolium perenne COLOSSEUM EAN code: 4011239302489 15% Lolium perenne CSI CORSICA Location: Fairways, tees, semi-rough, 15% Poa pratensis BARCROWN representational areas 10% Lolium perenne DOUBLETIME Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 (reseed approx. 15 g/m²) 35% Festuca arundinacea SC-1 Cut height: 10-20 mm

GF-450 Semi-rough No. 1 RSM 4.5.1 The range of species is a very visually appealing blend for semi-rough areas and is suitable for all locations. The low proportion of Lolium perenne makes it possible to blend semi-rough into fairways (if this also contains Lolium).

5% Agrostis capillaris BARDOT Product no.: 69450 (10 kg bag) 30% Festuca rubra trich. SAMANTA EAN code: 4011239302502 34 30% Festuca rubra rubra LAMBADA Location: Semi-rough 15% Festuca trachyphylla SPARTAN Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 15% Poa pratensis MIRACLE Cut height: 3-5 cm 5% Lolium perenne CONCERTO

GF-451 Semi-rough No. 2 A very drought-resistant and robust mixture with two absolute top varieties from the area of Festuca arundinacea. Even in the case of longer dry periods, this mixture retains a dark green colour. The transition to the fairways has a very visually attractive colour and blade aspect.

45% Festuca arundinacea SC-1 Product no.: 69451 (10 kg bag) 40% Festuca arundinacea BROCKTON EAN code: 4011239302519 15% Poa pratensis BROOKLAWN Location: Semi-rough Sowing rate: 35 g/m2 Cut height: 3-5 cm 35 Seed & Sorb® Seed & Sorb® is the technical further development of the Seed & Sorb® – complete supply even under extreme proven coated seed. In addition to a start fertiliser to supply conditions the seedling initially, humic acid for faster germination, the biological plant strengthener for plant health and the root Within the context of a greenhouse experiment, both Seed activator, the effective water storage (absorber) is a funda- & Sorb® and conventional seeds were germinated in quartz mental part of the coating. sand. During this series of experiments, the seed was ex- posed to extreme climatic conditions such as drought, high The absorber is a granulate which stores 300 times its own temperatures and strong sunlight. volume in water and makes this available to the plants. For about 20 years, gardening, landscaping and agriculture The particular aim was to gain new insights into growth be- have been benefitting from this and other advantages: haviour after germination. From day 9, the growth length of both subjects was determined. The traditional, non-treated seed could not withstand the extreme climatic conditions ➜Watering reduced by 60% and thus dried out and died. Seed & Sorb® was better able to store the small amount of moisture and thus withstood ➜Prevention of seed failures the extreme environmental conditions. ➜ Reduction in the use of fertiliser

Within the context of the Seed & Sorb® product line, you receive a series of grass mixtures for your customers, for example for gardening and landscaping, the sports turf and the maintenance of public greens. 36

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The coating on the Seed & Sorb® products is characterised by its red colour. GSS Universal lawn RSM 2.3 Thanks to the innovative Seed & Sorb® formula, the universal lawn for all locations with faster initial development and acceptance for use is easier to sow than normal seed. The lawn’s care requirement is average with moderate to heavy-duty use.

25% Festuca rubra com. SW CYGNUS Sales unit: 10 kg bag 15% Festuca rubra rubra SERVICE Product no.: 818220 5% Festuca rubra trich. VALDORA EAN code: 4011239186126 25% Lolium perenne BELLEVUE Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 15% Lolium perenne CONCERTO 10% Poa pratensis MIRACLE 5% Poa pratensis PANDURO

GSS Sports turf new facility RSM 3.1 The lawn characterised by its extreme toughness. This dense and secure turf can be cut well while maintaining very good regenerative ability and an attractive appearance in winter. For damaged lawns in all locations.

30% Lolium perenne ELEGANA Sales unit: 10 kg bag 20% Lolium perenne HENRIETTA Product no.: 818250 15% Poa pratensis LIMOUSINE EAN code: 4011239186805 20% Poa pratensis PANDURO Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 15% Poa pratensis MIRACLE 37

GSS Sport turf reseed RSM 3.2 When reseeding, an existing area can be sown without having to be prepared in advance. Seed & Sorb® seed falls to the ground of the existing grass area under its own heavier weight and germinates there. Uncoated seed often gets stuck on grass stalks or blades, germinates there and dries out.

40% Lolium perenne HENRIETTA Sales unit: 10 kg bag 40% Lolium perenne ELEGANA Product no.: 818210 10% Lolium perenne BELLEVUE EAN code: 4011239186102 10% Poa pratensis MIRACLE Sowing rate: 25 g/m2 A little bit of a holiday!

There is hardly anything more beauti- 38 ful than sitting in your own garden at home on a lovely summer evening. So you can rest after a turbulent day, and treat yourself to a little downtime.

The only thing you have to do is open the patio door and enjoy… Loretta Lawn Seed Loretta lawn seed – the lawn brand to meet the In combination with other top varieties of highest demands and provide a perfect looking smooth-stalked meadow grass and red fescue, 39 lawn! Breeding, seed production, quality control, it guarantees: mixture preparation and distribution of the well known and successful Loretta brand grass seeds ∂ maximum toughness are carried out exclusively in Germany. The Lo- ∂ a fine-bladed, lush and dense carpet of grass retta lawn mixtures only contain the best lawn ∂ easy maintenance varieties including the famous LORETTA and LO- ∂ winter hardiness RETTANOVA varieties. They are among the high- ∂ disease resistance est quality varieties of perennial ryegrass. ∂ tolerance for low cutting ∂ slow lawn growth = less additional effort Because of the perfectly balanced mixture of the best varieties, our Loretta products are very versatile. Whether in the professional field or home gardens, as decorative or tough lawns, the result is always a perfect lawn with low care requirements. In addition to the exclusive varieties such as LORETTA and LORETTANOVA, Loretta Repair and Supranova also include the high-quality SU- PRANOVA supina bluegrass variety. These guarantee an extremely attractive lawn: fine-bladed, velvety and dense, a unique shade of green and extremely tough, both in the sun and in the shade.

Loretta lawn packages p. 40-41 ➟ Loretta

Grass Vital lawn mixture for all for shady gardens and and sunny play areas locations

SUPERRASEN (ULTRA GRASS) SUPRANOVA

40 Loretta Ultra Grass is the ideal family lawn, meeting all Loretta Supranova is the perfect universal lawn for home of the requirements of a robust or ornamental lawn to gardens: tough, dense and quick to regenerate. Changing the highest degree of robusticity, density, perennialness light and moisture conditions can be hard on a lawn, but and health. The mixture composition and the excellent not Supranova. It plays to its strengths, particularly under varieties ensure a dense lawn with few cuttings that is very difficult conditions such as shady, semi-shaded and sunny tough and fast to regenerate. or dry locations. Poa supina as coated seed with absorber also ensures a dense and rich green that is very tough in shady locations.

Areas of application: decorative and tough lawns, Areas of application: For shady, semi-shady, ideal family lawn sunny and dry locations Toughness: high to very high Toughness: high to very high Property: robust, dense, perennial, few cuttings Property: very tough, dense, fine-bladed, Care requirement: medium few cuttings, universal grass for home gardens Care requirement: medium

Package size EAN code Product no. sales unit Package size EAN code Product no. sales unit

10 kg for 500 m2 4011239073570 57700 10 kg for 500 m2 4011239074270 57800 1 kg for 50 m2 4011239073532 57722 = 6 packages 1 kg for 50 m2 4011239074935 57822 = 6 packages 0.25 kg for 12.5 m2 4011239073518 57702 = 10 packages 0.25 kg for 12.5 m2 4011239074911 57802 = 10 packages For sports Suitable for facilities all lawns and ready- made turf

REPARATUR (REPAIR MIX) SPORT

Loretta Lawn Repair is an efficient, fast and easy way to Loretta Sport is the professional mixture for all lawn sport 41 give your lawn a new green shine within the shortest facilities and for the production or reseed of ready-made possible time without digging. Damaged and patchy turf. With the selection of varieties used here (in accord- areas are quickly covered. The high level of compat- ance with DIN 18035-4), you can achieve the best possible ibility of the varieties and the mixture composition result for toughness, regeneration, winter hardiness and allows the use of Loretta Lawn Repair in almost all areas, turf formation. In the areas of climate and location, there even shady or semi-shady locations. Due to the com- are no restrictions. Even the colour compatibility of the bination of the proven coated seed with absorbers, individual varieties has been coordinated in detail and the germination accelerator and Poa supina, Loretta ensures a harmonious, lush green. Lawn Repair is particularly suitable after scarifying.

Areas of application: for all patchy and damaged areas, Areas of application: professional mixture for turf sports even in shady or semi-shady areas facilities, best quality for ready-made turf surfaces for all Toughness: very high locations Property: faster coverage of patches, safe germination, Toughness: very high simple to handle, few cuttings Property: fast regeneration, high turf formation Care requirements: little work required Care requirement: average to high

Package size EAN code Product no. sales unit Package size EAN code Product no. sales unit

10 kg for 500 m2 4011239074973 57750 10 kg for 500 m2 4011239074379 57850 1 kg for 50 m2 4011239074232 57772 = 6 packages 0.25 kg for 12.5 m2 4011239074218 57752 = 10 packages is a complementary turf system for a THE GREENFIELD beautiful and healthy lawn over many years. The system extends from seed PROTEC to fertilisation and its components are TURF SYSTEM finely attuned to each other.

Newly bred Robust, high-performance, fast-germinating and dark green. Innovations regarding the varieties include premium varieties: among others: ➜ Creeping ryegrass, forms runners and closes gaps ➜ Annual ryegrass as a lawn variety, germinates in a few days ➜ Tetraploid perennial ryegrass with enormous growth ➜ Crossbreeds with very deep 42 root growth and extreme drought resistance

Protec system components: ➜ Germination substrates

➜ Premium seed ➜ Lawn activator ➜ Coated Seed variants ➜ Special fertilisers

Unique Optimal combination of species and varieties for maxi- mixture composition: mum results. The lawn mixtures are made up of various components, so that they provide the optimal result for their intended use. Different seeds are used depending on whether new seed or repair and reseed mixtures are needed.

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Iron fertiliser The iron fertiliser gives your lawn a nice deep green colour and minimises moss formation.

Bacillus subtilis This bacterium protects the seed and seedlings against harmful fungi that cause damage to or even total loss of seed. The natural bacterium Bacillus subtilis attacks the spores of fungi, preventing the fungi from develop- ing at all.

Biplantol® plant strengtheners Biplantol® is a biochemical-physical complex, that is 43 neither a plant protection product nor a fertiliser in the classic sense, but rather a subtle, functional agent for controlling biological processes (functional control of vital processes and processes of exchange).

Natural germination accelerator and bio-stimulators ensure quick germination and healthy growth.

Professional fertiliser: Depending on the intended use, either a coated nitrogen or a multi-nutrient fertiliser is used. The fertilisers are optimally adapted to the lawn’s requirements and thus ensure healthy and strong plants.

Packages: Depending on the product and purpose of application, Greenfield products are available in folded boxes, stand-up pouches, tubular bags or plastic bags. The package sizes range from 200 g to 10 kg. COATED SEED BEST SELLERS Sport + Spiel (Family + Fun) Greenfield Sport + Spiel (Family + Fun) ed for heavy-duty use and impresses is the perfect family lawn for home with its enormous resilience. Used as a gardens. The tried and tested grass classic lawn, it meets all of the criteria mixture is characterised by a highly for a family lawn. With Greenfield Sport regenerative ability and well-groomed + Spiel (Family + Fun), you are always appearance. The lawn is also well suit- on the safe side.

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Areas of Application: all locations Toughness: high to very high Property: ideal family lawn, tough and easy to take care of Care requirement: medium

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Schattenrasen (Shade Grass Seed) Shaded areas are the biggest problem of a number of species which ensure zone in the garden. Wandering shade that, despite the difficult conditions, a or semi-shade with soil ranging from green lawn is developed and main- very dry to very wet requires lawn tained throughout the year. Greenfield plants with a high degree of flexibility Schattenrasen (Shade Grass Seed) can and adaptability. Greenfield Schat- of course also tolerate direct sunshine tenrasen (Shade Grass Seed) consists and is therefore very versatile.

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Areas of application: semi-shade / shade Toughness: medium Property: shade-tolerant home lawn Care requirement: medium

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Bio-Rasen (Organic Seed) A lawn mixture with grasses pro- mixture contributes to the develop- duced according to the European ment of an organic, healthy land- Regulation on Organic Farming (EC scape and does not put pressure on No 834/2007). The application of this our natural resources.

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Areas of Application: all locations Toughness: medium to high Property: natural leisure lawn Care requirement: low

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Zierrasen (Ornamental Lawn) A dark ornamental lawn with a very tion of the grasses are the dark green fine appearance. Due to the fine colour, the turf density and the slow blades and tolerance for low cutting growth. This leads to less mowing of this mixture, every lawn area be- and fewer cuttings with the highest comes the calling card of the garden. lawn density. Other important factors in the selec-

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Areas of application: all locations Toughness: low Property: representative English home lawn Care requirement: average to high

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American Green A lawn mixture as is predominantly mixtures, especially in the summer used in American home gardens. A months. American Green also grows high share of tall fescue guarantees well in shady locations. Generally that this mix is drought resistant and speaking, this lawn should not be therefore does not have to be wa- short cut. tered as much as conventional lawn

➜ robust and durable ➜ low care requirement ➜ drought resistant ➜ extremely winter-hardy

Areas of application: all locations Toughness: high Property: drought resistant leisure lawn Care requirement: low to medium

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Strapazierrasen (Hard-Wearing Lawn) A classic recreational lawn, ideally presses with its beautiful colour. The suited to any home garden. This varieties used are very competitive dense-growing lawn seed is charac- and thus suppress weeds naturally. terised by good regenerative ability, it can withstand wear and tear and im-

➜ very tough ➜ low care requirement ➜ for all locations

Areas of application: all locations Toughness: high Property: classic leisure time lawn Care requirement: low

Package size Reach GTIN sales unit Sales unit Product no. sales unit 1 kg tubular bag 40 m2 4011239434746 15 62212 5 kg tubular bag 200 m2 4011239434760 3 62252 10 kg bag 400 m2 4011239419002 1 62200 COATED SEED

Roboter-Rasen (Robotic Lawn Mower Mixture) Greenfield Robotic Lawn Mower Mixture cut that recurs at brief intervals, the is the ideal family lawn for caring for cuttings that remain on the surface the lawn using automatic robotic lawn and optimal driveability by the robot. mowers. This premium grass mixture is The robot lawn forms an extremely suitable both for new lawns (for approx. dense turf and is ideal as a home lawn. 50 m2) as well as for reseeding existing Nasty weeds have no chance and lawn areas (for up to 60 m2). The special are replaced by the establishment of features of areas maintained using strong grass mixture. robotic lawn mowers is, above all, the ➜ no cuttings ➜ self-fertilising d Nutri ee ➜ suppresses weeds S d e t ➜ a

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Package size Reach GTIN sales unit Sales unit Product no. sales unit 1 kg folded box up to 60 m2 4011239433329 6 060061 47 48 COATED SEED TOP SELLER Nachsaat (Repair Mixture) The proven Greenfield Nachsaat mal ground coverage and supplies (Repair Mixture) is fast and guaran- the seedlings with all the necessary teed to germinate, making reseeding ingredients for healthy development. child’s play: sow, water, finished! It In a very short period of time, small could not be easier to regenerate a gaps in your lawn are closed and the lawn. Coated seed guarantees opti- entire surface shines a fresh green.

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➜ guaranteed success er with fertilis Areas of application: for all patchy and damaged lawns Toughness: high to very high Property: fast, safe, efficient Advantage: very little work required

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Nachsaat Plus (Repair Mixture + Fertilizer) The efficient reseed! Coated Seed existing lawn for several months. In a WASP guarantees optimal ground very short period of time, small gaps coverage, supplies the seedlings with in your lawn can no longer be seen all of the necessary nutrients and se- and the entire lawn shines a fresh cures the water supply. The multi-nu- green. After only one application, you trient fertiliser it contains supplies can turn your lawn in to a dream lawn both the new seedlings and the in just a few days.

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Herbstsaat (Autumn Overseeding) Ready-mixed reseed mixture consist- peratures and can flourish late into ing of a special Greenfield regener- the autumn. Greenfield regeneration ation fertiliser as well as fast-germi- fertiliser strengthens and protects the nating and low-growing lawn grasses seedling immediately and in the long that form a dense turf. The varieties term. Strong, vital and long lasting included are also active at low tem- green is the result.

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➜ Greenfield ProTec lawn system er with fertilis Areas of application: for all lawn areas after summer damage Toughness: high Property: fast, safe, efficient Advantage: a winter-hardy lawn

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RasenFix (Patch Repair) RasenFix (Patch Repair) is a new kind Repair) is used on patches of any of product for the quick and easy kind; its unique mixture offers a 5-in-1 repair of bare patches in the lawn. complete solution that is effective The product is ready-mixed and can within one week. be used immediately. RasenFix (Patch

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➜ guaranteed to work er with fertilis Areas of application: for all patchy lawns Toughness: medium to high Property: fixes lawn damage quickly and safely Advantage: covers patches more quickly

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Verti-Kur (Scarifying Repair Mixture) Verti-Kur is an innovative product rotating blades and moss and mulch for the quick restoration of lawns are removed. In addition, the lawn is after scarifying. Because of unsight- aerated and thinned out. After scari- ly clumping, moss formation and fying, lawns often look very damaged weed infestation, it is essential to and take weeks to recover. Verti-Kur scarify lawn areas at least once a year. provides a fast remedy within about During scarifying, the turf is scored by one week.

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➜ easy – fast – safe er with fertilis Areas of application: for all lawn areas after scarifying Toughness: medium to high Property: fast lawn regeneration Advantage: after scarifying ➜ only one work step

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Rollrasen-Fit (Turf Repair) Rollrasen-Fit (Turf Repair) is a novel holes or become yellow, the gaps blend designed specifically to meet between rolls that have not been the needs of rolling turf areas. Newly laid properly may become visible, laid rolled turf looks great and im- sections of turf that have not grown presses with its uniform appearance. properly may die. Rollrasen-Fit (Turf But over time the rolled turf changes Repair) solves these problems in the and more and more weak points shortest possible time and ensures emerge: The surface can contain that your lawn looks like new. ➜ renovates rolled turf d Nutri ➜ ee reseed + fertiliser + lawn activator S d e t

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➜ Greenfield ProTec lawn system er with fertilis Areas of application: for unsightly rolled turf Toughness: high Property: rapid help for the problem areas in rolled turf Advantage: regeneration and care in one

Package size Reach GTIN sales unit Sales unit Product no. sales unit 3 kg stand-up pouch 50 m2 4011239434883 5 63362 Blumenwiese (Flower Meadow) Greenfield Blumenwiese (Flower This flower meadow has to be mowed Meadow) offers colourful flora with once in the early spring and once indigenous field and meadow flowers. after it has died back in September. By This combination of meadow flowers, sowing Greenfield flower meadow, you annual field flowers, herbs, grasses are making an important contribution and clover species suits any part of the to preserving our indigenous flora and country and develops over the course fauna, as intensive agriculture and of the years into a perennial meadow steadily increasing land use have led with beautiful and colourful flora. At to a continuous decline in biologically the same time, this mixture provides a important flower meadows. paradise for butterflies and bees! ➜ colourful flowers ➜ ideal for bees and bumblebees ➜ with over 50 species

Areas of application: for sunny locations Toughness: low Property: abundantly flowering, varied flower meadow Care requirement: very low

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Blütenparadies (Flower Mixture for Insects) Greenfield Blütenparadies (Flower of many other animals such as birds, Mixture for Insects) forms a rich hedgehogs etc., such areas are es- supply of blossoms from melliferous sential. The rich supply of pollen and plants. The seeds contained in the nectar guarantees an optimal protein mixture for over 30 wildflowers and supply for the breeding of bees and herbs are ideal for planting valua- will ensure their survival in a sustaina- ble biotopes. As a food source for ble manner. beneficial insects and the basis of life

➜ blooms from spring to autumn ➜ rich in nectar ➜ with indigenous wild plants

Areas of application: sunny locations Toughness: low Property: flower mixture for beneficial insects Care requirement: very low

Package size Reach GTIN sales unit Sales unit Product no. sales unit 0.25 kg folded box 10 m2 4011239421821 10 63221 Wildblumen (Wildflowers) A wild flower mixture without grass- For pure sowing in flower beds and es or legumes. This package contains for sowing new flower meadows. a mixture of annuals, biannuals and This mixture can be used in any perennials, including collected field location. It develops over the course and meadow flowers. Our natural of the years to create a perennial coconut granules act as a sowing aid meadow with blossoming flora. A by simplifying spreading and serving paradise for insects and a joy for the as a natural growing medium. beholder to see.

➜ over 25 species ➜ colourful flowering mixture ➜ height approx. 50 cm

Areas of application: for sunny locations Toughness: very low Property: multiannual flower mixture Care requirement: very low

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Sommerblumen (Annual Summerflowers) The pack contains a balanced mixture Annual summerflowers are put to- of annual and biannual summer flow- gether in such a way that a constantly ers, some of them collected in the changing flora blooms from spring wild. This mixture is suitable for pure to autumn. The colourful flowers also sowing in flower beds, for the crea- serve as a food source for many useful tion of new flower meadows and for insects and are gladly visited. sowing in existing flower meadows.

➜ colourful throughout the summer ➜ varied sumptuous flowers ➜ rich in nectar

Areas of application: sunny locations Toughness: low Property: annual flower mixture Care requirement: very low

Package size Reach GTIN sales unit Sales unit Product no. sales unit 0.25 kg folded box 10 m2 4011239422026 10 63227 Grünmix (Cover Crop Mixture) This green manure mixture consists of: proportions have a coating inoculated blue lupins, common vetch, buck- with rhizobacteria. Through symbio- wheat, crimson clover, Persian clover, sis with the nodule-forming bacteria Egyptian clover, phacelia and seed contained in coated seed, nitrogen peas. It is ideally suited for biolog- from the air is converted into nitrogen ical recovery of the soil. The clover available to plants.

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Gelbsenf (White mustard)

White mustard is a classic green ma- and freezes in winter. White mustard nure plant. It germinates very quickly, is excellent for strip-tilling. For green covers the ground, suppresses weeds, manure, apply as a bed beneath plants improves soil condition and fertility or compost the green material.

54 ➜ fast soil loosening ➜ weed suppression ➜ promotes soil fertility

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Blaue Lupine (Blue lupines) The blue lupin is suitable for all soils. in new gardens. The lupins should Their roots grow down deep into be dug in when in bloom before the the soil. Because of their fast early seeds form or are removed from the development, weeds are effectively area and composted. suppressed. It is very suitable for improving compacted soil, especially

➜ green manure ➜ weed suppression ➜ promotes soil health

Package size Reach GTIN sales unit Sales unit Product no. sales unit 0.5 kg folded box 15 m2 4011239422927 10 63725 Phacelia Phacelia, also called scorpionweed, is subsequent crop with a fine, crumby a green manure plant. It is particular- soil rich in humus. It freezes in winter, ly suitable for vegetable gardeners. tolerates early frost of -7°C and can Fast-growing phacelia is a plant with a tolerate late sowing. rich root system. Phacelia provides the

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Luzerne (Alfalfa) Alfalfa is especially suited to lime-rich en by animals. Through symbiosis with and loose soil. The “queen of the fodder the nodule-forming bacteria in coated plants” is perennial, grows it roots down seed, nitrogen from the air is converted deep into the ground and provides hu- into nitrogen available to plants. mus for the subsequent crop. It is also used as a fodder plant and is gladly eat- 55 d Rhiz ee o S d e ➜ with rhizobacteria-inoculated coated seed t a

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Serradella Serradella is particularly suited to light Because the plant is not very woody, it soil with a low calcium content. It is can still be used as a fodder plant at a a one-year and one-cut fodder plant late stage and is gladly eaten. and belongs to the legumes (nitrogen collectors). Serradella is suitable for use as fodder and green manure.

➜ soil improvement ➜ green manure ➜ natural nitrogen fixation

Package size Reach GTIN sales unit Sales unit Product no. sales unit 0.5 kg folded box 125 m2 4011239419323 10 63785 Rotklee (Red Clover) Red Clover is very good for fresh, hu- hay production. Through symbiosis mic soil as well as cohesive, mild and with the nodule-forming bacteria in lime-rich soil. Red Clover avoids acidic coated seed, nitrogen from the air is and poorly drained soils. The multian- converted into nitrogen available to nual clover variety is an excellent fod- plants. der supply for fresh feeding and clover

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➜ high yield security w ➜ natural nitrogen fertilisation ith rhizobia

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Weißklee (White Clover) White Clover is particularly suited osis with the nodule-forming bacteria to good, fresh soil. The multiannual in coated seed, nitrogen from the air clover variety is an excellent feed is converted into nitrogen available supplier as a pure seed or when mixed to plants. The white flowers serve as a together with grasses. Through symbi- food source for beneficial insects.

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Perserklee (Persian Clover) Persian Clover is particularly suited roots intensively. Through symbiosis to medium to light soil. The one-year with the nodule-forming bacteria in clover variety with rich blooming flora coated seed, nitrogen from the air is for beneficial insects is a rapid growth converted into nitrogen available to plant. It has a high preceding crop plants. effect, covers the ground quickly and

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Package size Reach GTIN sales unit Sales unit Product no. sales unit 0.5 kg folded box 100 m2 4011239423429 10 63775 Futterrübe BRIGADIER (Fodder Beet “BRIGADIER”) BRIGADIER is a polyploid barres until clearing. BRIGADIER offers a very variety. The very smooth, heavy beets tasty feed, which is characterised by allows for easy clearing with little dirt, its long shelf life and good dry matter which can be done either by machine content. The beet can be fed whole or or manually. The enormous leaf mass chopped up. remains fresh and healthy right up

➜ fast growth ➜ yield security ➜ rich in vitamins

Package size Reach GTIN sales unit Sales unit Product no. sales unit 0.2 kg folded box 125 m2 4011239419422 10 63795

Kleintiereinsaat (Mixture for rabbits and chicken) Kleintiereinsaat (small animal seed) is feed forms a good nutritional basis suitable for all soils. It is a mixture of and promotes animal health. The clo- valuable fodder plants with a bal- ver seeds are coated with a rhizobac- anced ratio of clover to forage grasses, teria-inoculated coating, thus result- which are well suited as fresh feed or ing in natural nitrogen fertilisation of for hay production. The energy rich plants immediately after germination. d Rhiz ee o 57 S d e t

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GO-120 Sportrasen (Sports Turf) The ideal mix of grasses for growing lawns or home gardens subject to heavy duty use as well as sports and play areas. It forms a dense, extremely tough turf that regenerates even after heavy use.

This mixture is particularly suitable for families with children and pets, who use the garden intensively.

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GO-130 Schattenrasen (Shadow Grass) A fine, tough mixture with approved lawn grasses. Well suited to semi- shaded lawns.

This grass mixture can also with stand direct sunlight and is ideally suited for the problem areas in your garden.

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The mixture is suitable for sowing lawns and areas that have to be both decorative and tough.

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GO-110 Spielrasen (Playing Field Lawn) This mixture is suitable for areas subject to heavy stress. It forms a medium-fine, robust turf with good regenerative ability.

In this way, the lawn recovers even after heavy-duty use and ugly damaged spots disappear quickly.

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Greenline / Spiel + Sport (Family + Fun)

The Greenline Spiel + Sport (Family + Fun) lawn mixture is ideal for creating a new, tough lawn in your garden. By sowing a Greenline Spiel + Sport (Family + Fun) lawn, you create the perfect family lawn: robust and highly regenerative, ideal for playing, romping about and relaxing. Can also be used to improve existing lawns quickly and easily with Greenline Spiel + Sport (Family + Fun).

Package size GTIN sales unit Product no. sales unit Small container Large container 10 kg for 300 m2 4011239433343 058900 = 65 bags 5 kg for 150 m2 4011239433640 058931 = 3 packages 058932 = 15 packages 058933 = 30 packages 2.5 kg for 75 m2 4011239433527 058921 = 6 packages 058922 = 30 packages 058923 = 60 packages 1 kg for 30 m2 4011239433404 058911 = 15 packages 058912 = 75 packages 058913 = 150 packages

Greenline / Berliner Tiergarten (Park Lawn) Greenline Tiergarten (Park) lawn mix is ideal for creating a new, decorative lawn area in your garden. Transform your garden into a place of rest and relaxation and create your own haven for sunbathing and relaxation. Of course, you can also improve existing lawns quickly and easily with Greenline Berliner Tiergarten (Park Lawn). 60

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Many other products are also available from the Greenline range. For more information please contact us! New Varieties New Freudenberger Varieties – Breeding the Next Generation

In addition to a large number of proven and conventional varieties, Feldsaaten Freudenberger also offers new varieties which demonstrate unprecedented properties and thus count among the top varieties in the world. Select- ed partner companies in the breeding sector mean that these varieties are developed through years of work before being brought to market maturity. These premium varieties have recently become available from Feldsaaten Freudenberger.

CENTURION (Lolium perenne) CENTURION is a slightly dark green perennial ryegrass with excellent deep cutting performance at a cutting height of up to 12 mm. It forms an extremely dense turf and is an 62 ideal mixture component for all lawns where an attractive appearance and good regenerative ability is required all year round. Examples of this include golf course lawns and sports fields. It is particularly worth mentioning that CENTURION is a Cool Season Active® variety, which means that it already begins to grow at extremely low temperatures of up to 5°C. The vegetation period is thus extended by a few weeks every year.

➜ mid-green ➜ dense turf ➜ fine blades ➜ “Cool Season Active®” COLOSSEUM (Lolium perenne) ➜ highly regenerative COLOSSEUM also grows in winter at very low temperatures (5°C) and thus belongs to the Cool Season Active® grasses. This variety is ideal for all areas where the winter aspect plays a major role, for example sports turf or representative park facilities. The medium green blades form a dense lawn area and the turf regenerates itself within a short time after heavy duty use. COLOSSEUM germinates very quickly and is therefore suitable both as new seed and reseed.

➜ medium green ➜ grows from 5°C ➜ winter active ➜ robust ➜ fast germination NEW ORLEANS (Lolium perenne) Our first creeping ryegrass which received a tremendous response from customers in the first season. Thanks to its strong runners, NEW ORLEANS is suitable in particular for repair mixtures and creating areas subject to very heavy use where a high regenerative ability is required. This innovative variety is also being used in some football stadiums in Ger- many. The mid-green hue is suitable for all purposes and offers a wide range of uses.

➜ CSI = Creeping Spreading Innovative ➜ fast regeneration ➜ tough ➜ appealing appearance ➜ can be used universally

CORSICA (Lolium perenne) CORSICA is a variety of creeping ryegrass with an excellent rating in the RSM list. CORSICA is ideally suited for ornamental, recreational and heavy-duty lawns. The variety forms strong runners after the first winter and is thus able to regenerate by itself and repairs any damage that has occurred. Through these innovative properties and the RSM classifi- cation, CORSICA is an optimal component of qualitatively high-performance mixtures. 63 ➜ CSI = Creeping Spreading Innovative ➜ RSM variety ➜ regenerative ➜ dark green ➜ can be used universally RSM = Regel-Saatgut-Mischung Rasen der Forschungsgesellschaft Land- schaftsentwicklung Landschaftsbau e. V. [Standard Seed Mixture Lawns of the Research Society for Landscape Development and Landscaping]

DOUBLETIME (Lolium perenne) DOUBLETIME is a newly bred perennial ryegrass with an extremely deep root system. Because of these deep roots, the variety is highly resistant to drought and is also able to regenerate even after severe damage. DOUBLETIME is our first tetraploid lawn ryegrass, it is dark green in colour and maintains this rich colour even in winter. Its fast establishment makes it an ideal component for new seed and reseed mixtures.

➜ tetraploid perennial ryegrass ➜ dark green ➜ retains its colour even in winter ➜ fast establishment ➜ drought resistant New Varieties

NUSPRINT (Lolium multiflorum) NUSPRINT is an annual ryegrass that has been bred specifically for its purpose as a lawn grass. Its most outstanding feature is its extremely rapid germination. Depending on the weather, it germinates after just a few days and thus ensures extremely fast growth. Through its rapid emergence, NUS- PRINT is also an ideal nurse grass, encouraging slow germinating and weaker grasses to germinate safely and to grow healthily.

➜ fastest germination among the lawn grasses ➜ fine-bladed ➜ vegetation within a few days ➜ highly competitive ➜ nurse grass

BROOKLAWN (Poa pratensis) BROOKLAWN is a highly disease resistant, smooth-stalked meadow grass with very strong resistance to rust and mil- dew diseases. This variety establishes itself very quickly and forms persistent runners. BROOKLAWN also retains its appealing appearance and dense turf in winter. BROOKLAWN is listed as an RSM variety.

➜ disease resistant ➜ strong offshoots ➜ drought resistant ➜ nice winter appearance ➜ RSM suitability 65

SC-1 (Festuca arundinacea) RSM = Regel-Saatgut-Mischung Rasen der Forschungs- SC-1 belongs to the salt tolerant tall fescue varieties and is gesellschaft Landschaftsentwicklung Landschaftsbau e. V. very robust. It is suitable for shady as well as for sunny loca- [Standard Seed Mixture Lawns of the Research Society for tions. Due to high adaptability, SC-1 is suitable for all climat- Landscape Development and Landscaping] ic conditions and soil types. In the stringent American NTEP tests, SC-1 scored an absolute top position.

➜ salt tolerant ➜ early planting in the spring ➜ extraordinarily durable ➜ can be used under all conditions ➜ tolerates shade The Most Important Grasses

Perennial ryegrass / Lolium perenne Hard fescue / Festuca trachyphylla Perennial ryegrass (English ryegrass) is one of the most im- Hard fescue (sheep’s fescue) is an undemanding tuft grass portant grass species for setting lawns. It prefers fresh, nutri- with grey/blue-green bristled leaves, which forms a relative- ent-rich soils and is characterised by rapid germination and ly loose turf. It is perennial and prefers light, dry and low-nu- very fast early development. It forms dense turf, is very du- trient soils. Hard fescue tolerates some partial shade and re- rable and regenerates quickly after wear. Perennial ryegrass quires a medium care intensity and infrequent cutting. Hard is very well suited to highly stressed areas such as football fescue is the most important species for extensive greenery pitches, playgrounds and sunbathing lawns. The decisive such as landscape lawns, roadside greenery, embankments, factor for its development in addition to the location is a very etc.. good supply of fertiliser and water. Common bent / Agrostis capillaris Smooth-stalked meadow grass (Poa pratensis) Common bent forms dense to loose tufts with short surface The smooth-stalked meadow grass is the second represent- and underground runners. It is a perennial species with fine ative of the very robust lawn grasses. It is an important com- blades, at home on nutrient-poor, acidic soils, in meadows ponent of sports turf and play lawns and also prefers fresh and also in higher locations and partially shaded areas. Com- soil. Because smooth-stalked meadow grass forms under- mon bent forms a robust, homogeneous turf that is highly ground runners, so-called rhizomes, turf with a higher pro- tolerant of deep cutting with a sufficient supply of water and portion of smooth-stalked meadow grass is characterised by nutrients. The main area of application for common bent is 66 high shear strength. During germination and early develop- golf lawns and recreational lawns. ment, however, smooth-stalked meadow grass grows more slowly than perennial ryegrass and is therefore only propor- Creeping bentgrass / Agrostis stolonifera tionally represented in the turf the year after sowing. Creeping bentgrass spreads using long surface runners that are rooted to the node and forms daughter plants. This Red fescue / Festuca rubra commutata means that it is able to close gaps very well, and under the Red fescue forms low, dense tufts with very fine blades, best conditions is a very aggressive species. It forms dense, which form a dense and fine grain. It is undemanding re- homogeneous turf that tolerates deep cutting very well. garding the supply of nutrients and can survive longer dry Creeping bentgrass is mainly used in golf lawns and the fin- periods. Red fescue is mainly used in ornamental lawns, rec- est ornamental lawns. reational turf, golf lawns and landscape lawns. Tall fescue / Festuca arundinacea Creeping red fescue / Festuca rubra rubra Tall fescue forms perennial, strong tufts and underground Creeping red fescue spreads via underground runners (rhi- shoots. It has a relatively coarse blade and does not come zomes) and is thus able to close gaps. Creeping red fescue under the ornamental grasses. Tall fescue is suitable for use also thrives in higher, colder locations and on lighter soils. in very dry locations, but is also very adaptable in wet and The blades, in contrast to red fescue, are darker in colour. It is shady areas. Tall fescue is very sturdy, making it suitable for used in the same mixtures as red fescue. highly stressed surfaces (e.g. horse racing tracks) but may not be cut short in such areas. Slender creeping red fescue / Festuca rubra trichophylla Slender creeping red fescue (hairyleaf fescue) provides a middle ground between red fescue and creeping red fescue and forms short underground runners (rhizomes) to enable it to close gaps. The blade of slender creeping red fescue is dark green and very fine. It is the toughest and most robust red fescue and is also relatively tolerant of salt. Slender creeping red fescue is mainly used in decorative lawns and golf lawns. Perennial ryegrass Creeping bentgrass Hard fescue Common bent

Red fescue Smooth-stalked meadow grass Tall fescue

67 68 69 All About the Green – Tips and Tricks

Your new lawn should be able to develop to its full splendour. To do so, it requires finely crumbled, healthy soil, which you can only achieve through the proper preparation. Green manure is also recommended before sowing the new seed. This gives the ground new life and contributes through biological recovery and fertilisation to optimal preparation of your soil. Mixtures such as Grünmix and individual green manure plant seed are available for this.

In addition to conventional care measures such as fertilisation, cutting and irrigation, additional care measures are required especially on intensively used lawns in order to retain optimal functionality in the long run. Without proper care, surface compaction and tangled grass may occur, which in turn lead to disruptions to the supply of water and nutrients. Healthy grass growth is prevented, toughness, turf density and regenerative ability decrease, weeds and susceptibility to disease increase.

New Lawns p. 70-71 ➟ New Lawns Seven steps for creating a new lawn area:

The soil should be dug over to spade depth, whereby In the following three to four weeks, the newly sown the green manure plant growth is dug in to enrich the area should be protected from drying out. If neces- 1. humus and for biological fertilisation. For additional 6. sary, a lawn sprinkler can be used. It is important that soil improvement, 4-5 bags of garden humus per 100 the sprinkler uses fine nozzles, so that the seed is m2 can also be evenly distributed and worked in well. not washed out and the ground does not silt up and The soil is to be evenly broken up during this process. become hard. The best time for watering is the early morning or late evening. Rake the seedbed to remove any plant remains, large 70 2. stones etc. and level it off. After reaching a height of approx. 8-10 cm (hand height), the young grass is cut for the first time. The The area should then rest for between 2 to 3 weeks, so 7. lawnmower should have sharp blades, as the grass that the soil is well settled and weeds in the sediment plants are still very sensitive. For the first cut, only the 3. can germinate and emerge. tips (1-2 cm) should be mowed. After this, it can be cut to the desired lawn height. Frequent cutting – particu- After the rest period, the area should be loosened up larly during the early stage – results in a dense, strong again with a rake to a depth of 2-3 cm in order to re- turf in the shortest time possible. 4. move the weed growth and to flatten out any unevenness. In order to ensure that the soil is not too loose, it is rolled or walked on with boards.

If the area is not too wet, the corresponding Greenfield lawn mixture is sown according to the recommended 5. sowing rate either by hand or using a spreader. Lawn can be sown from spring to the end of autumn – the best months being April, May, June, September and October. A rain-free, windless day with mild cloud cover is ideal for this purpose. In order to create the optimal starting conditions for the lawn seed, for new seed a special fertiliser (starter fertiliser) is also applied. Gently rake in lawn seed and fertilisers, flattening the area and water lightly, so that the seed is protected from drying out. Lawn care: Fertiliser: After successful sowing, optimal care is essential to maintain Because the lawn has to constantly regenerate and remain the lawn. Only in this way it can be ensured that this retains a dense, and because grass cutting constantly removes nu- uniform and beautiful appearance for many years. Mowing, trients from the area, the right fertiliser is important for the fertilising, aerating (scarifying) and watering are to be men- formation of a strong green turf. The lawn is in a constant tioned as the most important care measures in this context. process of growth and must be fed with the right nutrients Lawn care also includes weed control and the treatment of through targeted fertilisation. In doing so, the lawn requires diseases. not just nitrogen, but a balance of nitrogen, phosphate, po- tassium, magnesium and trace elements. These nutrients serve the development of plant tissue and the control of Mowing: the various functions of plant metabolism. Therefore, mul- Lawn mowing is one of the most time-consuming and im- ti-nutrient fertilisers are best for fertilising, where the com- portant maintenance measures for lawns. Frequent cutting position takes the correct balance of nutrients required into in conjunction with the right fertiliser promotes the forma- account. tion of a dense, carpet-like turf, as they are encouraged to grow widthways. Your lawn will also be strengthened and can be used immediately. Choosing the correct cutting Watering: time is important to ensure that no more than one third to Make sure that your lawn always has enough moisture. Nor- one half of the grass plant is taken off. If significantly more mally, natural rainfall is enough. If it is still necessary to wa- growth is removed when cutting (radical cut), the plant will ter the lawn in periods of extended drought, it is important lose too much green to be able to regenerate quickly. For to note the following: New lawns or new seed should be home gardens, the cutting height is between 3-5 cm. There- watered every two days with approx. 1-2 l/m2 water; older fore, mowing must be carried out at a height of 6-10 cm. lawns on the other hand should only be watered once per Apart from this, you should try to cut the grass once or twice week though thoroughly at a rate of up to 20 l/m2. It should a week in spring. be watered in the early morning or late evening, never in bright sunlight.

Measure March April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec New seed Reseed Spring/initial Your fertilisation lawn Summer fertilisation throughout Autumn the year fertilisation Aeration (scarifying)

Watering

Mowing

Weed control

The table provides an overview of the main measures that have to be implemented during the course of each year in order to care for a lawn.

Lawn Care p. 72-73 ➟ Lawn Care Maintenance and regeneration measures Scarifying: Sanding: In order to grow, your lawn needs light The following benefits are associated and air. Because a lawn thatch of living with sanding using sharp, washed sand and dead plant tissue forms over time, (grain 0/2 or 0/3) as an individual meas- especially if the cuttings are left on the ure or in combination with scarifying: lawn, this should be removed each spring. When the grass is scarified, the ➜ unevenness is balanced out lawn thatch on the surface is torn, removed and broad-leaved weeds and ➜ the soil texture is improved by moss are decimated. The air and water mixing or soil replacement supply is improved and the activity of soil organisms and thus breakdown of ➜ the soil becomes more permeable the thatch is promoted. Turf sports facilities should be scarified at least once ➜ shear strength is increased a year during the main growing season in April. Before scarifying, the grass is The sand settles and is introduced. Up cut short. After scarifying, the mate- to 5 l/m2 can be applied per dose. rial torn out must be removed; sand should then be spread and if necessary the area should be reseeded. Reseed: If the gaps in a lawn area have become 72 too large and can no longer be closed Aeration: by regeneration or if the condition of Aeration removes surface compac- the grass is to be refreshed using better tion and the root space is aired. A hole species and cultivars, seed is required. punching device is used to make holes Reseeding can be best carried out after in the soil of up to 10 cm in depth, measures such as scarifying, aeration which have to be swept. The area is and sanding. But there are also meth- then sanded and fertilised. In order for ods for sowing an existing lawn area the measures to be effective, at least without preparation (e.g. perforator). 200 holes/m2 should be made. The use of a suitable seed mixture is recommended for reseeding. The three coated seed products have proven themselves well, whereby the risk of failure to emerge is significantly lower.

The most necessary and useful action can only be decided on site on the basis of the location Sanding:and soil analyses. In this case, Theprofessional following benefits advice is required.are associated withSo sanding why not using avail sharp,of our washedconsult -sand (graining 0/2 service? or 0/3) as an individual measure or in combination with scarifying: Top dressing: In order to achieve evenness and nutrient improvement, especially in the field of golf (greens and fringes), a mixture of sand, peat, earth and fertiliser is applied. The sand must be lime-free and matched to the grain of the existing base layer. The best time for this is the autumn, up to about the end of September. This should be preceded by corresponding ground airing.

If all of these measures are unsuccess- ful, more extensive regeneration measures are required. These may include:

➜ slitting ➜ slit drains ➜ subsoiling

Slits: Slitting forms approximately 100 slits/ m2 at intervals of approximately 8 cm, to a depth of 10 cm, a length of 10 to 15 cm and a width of 1 cm. Around the slits, cracks appear which lead to widespread loosening and airing of the surface. Unevenness also occurs, which can be removed through sanding and introduction. 73

Slit drainage: Slit drains are milled using a special device that extends to the drain system or more water permeable layers. The slits are filled with permeable material (sand, lava, expanding clay) at the same time. The material removed must be disposed of. The width, distance between, and depth of the slits can vary. The objective is to improve the aeration of the soil and achieve faster water drainage.

Subsoiling: Subsoiling can eliminate soil compaction and impermeable layers with a range of 6-15 cm and below (up to 25 cm!). Using special equipment, slits or holes drilled, while at the same time loosening the surrounding area. The re- sulting openings are filled with porous materials. All About the Green Moss in lawns / grass reseeding

Moss control Moss appears in lawns for several reasons. It is not, as is 2. Now scarify lengthways and widthways to remove lawn often assumed, a low pH value that is the sole cause. thatch and plant remains. Set the scarifier so that the ground is scored to approx. 3 mm. Clean the area thor- Despite being well cared for, every lawn grows more patchy oughly again, so that the grass seed has enough light, air as it ages. This begs the question: What is to be done? In ad- and space to thrive. dition, coated seed reseed should be applied after scarifying together with spring fertilisation. The lawn is thus rejuvenat- 3. Apply the repair products evenly in accordance with the ed each spring by new seed and shines a fresh, bright green. instructions and if necessary roll. To accelerate germina- Repair and rejuvenation are carried out as follows: tion and prevent seedling from drying out, the seed is kept moist by watering. 1. Cut grass as low as possible so that only the stubble remains. Work with a grass collector so that the cuttings are 4. The first cut should be carried out at 8-10 cm of growth. removed at the same time. If cuttings remain on the lawn, rake them up with a rake to “clean” the area.

74 Reseed/ Repair Tearing up a lawn and then replacing it with a new seed is certainly a very labour-intensive and costly undertaking and should only be done as a last resort. Our repair solutions are much easier and cheaper:

For simultaneous reseeding and For reseeding, conversion and new seed Reseed + fertiliser for regeneration fertilisation on lawns where robotic lawn mowers are used. after summer damage

Immediate aid for bare patches Fast lawn renewal after scarifying Complete solution for Reseed according to RSM 3.1 in the lawn rolled lawns without digging over ®

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