ASP0118GL is an elite perennial ryegrass variety developed specifically to provide increased resistance to Gray Leaf Spot, which can be a significant issue in cool season turf. It contains our latest genetics and in addition to Gray Leaf Spot resistance, ASP0118GL has also been screened for Brown Patch, Pythium and Rust disease complexes, resulting in an exceptional disease package. Advancements in leaf texture, density and genetic color combine to give ASP0118GL a superior overall turf quality. Other characteristics include improved mowing quality, excellent winter performance and an aggressive tillering growth habit. ASP0118GL will perform in a wide range of climatic conditions and is an excellent choice for the overseeding of golf course/sports turf, as well as a permanent turf in cooler climates.

Uses

  • Commercial/Residential lawns
  • Athletic fields
  • Golf courses
  • Recreation areas
  • Parks/Cemeteries
  • Sod production
  • Winter overseeding (golf/athletic fields/lawns)

Management

Planting Rate

  • (new): 6-10 lbs./1000 square feet
  • (existing): 4-5 lbs./1000 square feet
  • (overseeding): 10-30+ lbs./1000 square feet

Planting Dates

  • (spring): March-May
  • (fall): August-September

Soil pH: 5.5-7.5

Mowing Height: 1-2 inches; will tolerate heights down to 0.125 inch under proper management (golf greens).

Fertility: 3-7 lbs. N/year (refer to soil test for exact amounts needed).

TEST RESULTS

TURFGRASS QUALITY RATINGS
Perennial Ryegrass Cultivars
2015 Data
Verboort, OR
Ratings 1-9, 9=Best
ASP0118GL 7.2
Blazer 4 6.3
Fiesta 4 6.0
Gator 3 5.8
Pinnacle 4.2
Seville 3 4.1
LSD 0.8
TURFGRASS QUALITY RATINGS
Perennial Ryegrass Cultivar s
2015 Data
Pipersville, PA
Ratings 1-9, 9=Best
ASP0118GL 7.0
Blazer 4 5.9
Fiesta 4 5.8
Gator 3 5.4
Pinnacle 3.6
Seville 3 3.4
LSD 0.8
GENETIC COLOR RATINGS
Perennial Ryegrass Cultivars
2015 Data
Verboort, OR
Ratings 1-9, 9=Best
ASP0118GL 7.7
Fiesta 4 6.4
Gator 3 6.3
Blazer 4 5.4
Seville 3 4.0
Pinnacle 3.6
LSD 1.0
TURFGRASS QUALITY RATINGS
Perennial Ryegrass Cultivars
2015 Data
Verboort, OR
Ratings 1-9, 9=Best
ASP0118GL 7.2
Blazer 4 6.3
Fiesta 4 6.0
Gator 3 5.8
Pinnacle 4.2
Seville 3 4.1
LSD 0.8
TURFGRASS QUALITY RATINGS
Perennial Ryegress Cultivars
2015 Data
Pipersville, PA
Ratings 1-9, 9=Best
ASP0118GL 7.0
Blazer 4 5.9
Fiesta 4 5.8
Gator 3 5.4
Pinnacle 3.6
Seville 3 3.4
LSD 0.8
GENETIC COLOR RATINGS
Perennial Ryegrass Cultivars
2015 Data
Verboot, OR
Ratings 1-9, 9=Best
ASP0118GL 7.7
Fiesta 4 6.4
Gator 3 6.3
Blazer 4 5.4
Seville 3 4.0
Pinnacle 3.6
LSD 1.0