Giant is similar
in appearance to the popular hybrid Coastal Bermuda.
It has the same
erect and giant growth and vigorous spreading habits
associated with Coastal.
There is one major difference in
that Coastal Bermuda does not seed, but the Giant
variety does (Often also called NK37 Giant).
Giant Bermudagrass grows
tall enough to cut for
hay, even on low fertility soils.
At a Yuma Arizona
trial, measurements showed an average of 30 inches
in height compared to 14-16 inches for common on
same type soils.
Four to Five
cuttings a year are possible with Giant with
Nitrogen a key factor in total tonnage production.
With proper
management a cutting or grazing can be made as early
as 50 days after seeding the field. Giant is a
perennial grass that is alkali and heat tolerant.
Planting
Rate For Giant Bermuda Grass Seed Pastures
7-15 lbs / Acre of pure
hulled seed.
15 lbs / Acre - Coated
Hulled.
15 to 20 lbs per acre
un-hulled.
Adapted to:
Southern portions of USA.