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Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Tuff Turf Bentgrass
Golf course putting green grass—ultra-fine, ultra-dense turf mowed below 0.5 inches. Creeping and Colonial Bentgrass. Expert-level maintenance. USDA Zones 3-7.
Growing Guides & Fertilizer Education
The grass of golf course putting greens—Bentgrass produces the finest, densest, smoothest turf surface achievable with natural grass. Creeping Bentgrass spreads via stolons to create a seamless carpet that can be mowed below half an inch, a height that would kill any other common turfgrass. The price for this quality is extreme: Bentgrass demands daily mowing, precise irrigation, frequent fungicide applications, and expert-level management. It's the sports car of turfgrasses—stunning performance, intensive maintenance.
Category
Grass
Type
Bentgrass
Scientific Name
Agrostis stolonifera (Creeping Bentgrass) / Agrostis capillaris (Colonial Bentgrass)
Zones
3-7
Brand
Wicked Tuff Turf
What Is It ?
The grass of golf course putting greens—Bentgrass produces the finest, densest, smoothest turf surface achievable with natural grass. Creeping Bentgrass spreads via stolons to create a seamless carpet that can be mowed below half an inch, a height that would kill any other common turfgrass. The price for this quality is extreme: Bentgrass demands daily mowing, precise irrigation, frequent fungicide applications, and expert-level management. It's the sports car of turfgrasses—stunning performance, intensive maintenance.
How to Apply ?
Step 1
Prep sand-based or well-drained seedbed
Step 2
Apply high-phosphorus starter fertilizer
Step 3
Spread seed (6-8 lbs/1k sq ft new; 3-4 lbs overseed)
Step 4
Do not bury—press into surface
Step 5
Keep consistently moist with light/frequent water
Step 6
Mow at 1" and lower over 4-8 weeks; use fungicide
Best For
Golf course putting greens and tees (Creeping Bentgrass)|Bowling greens and lawn bowling surfaces|Blending into mixes for gap-filling (Colonial Bentgrass at 5-10%)|Dedicated turfgrass enthusiasts with professional-level equipment|Specialty turf applications requiring ultra-low mowing|Northern climates with cool summers
FAQs
1.
What is Festulolium?
Bentgrass (Agrostis species) refers to a group of fine-textured cool-season grasses. Three main types are used: Highland bentgrass (Agrostis castellana), a bunch-type variety for low-maintenance turf and conservation; creeping bentgrass (Agrostis stolonifera), a stoloniferous variety used for golf course putting greens and fairways; and colonial bentgrass (Agrostis capillaris), intermediate between the two. Highland bentgrass is the most commonly planted for general turf and pasture applications.
2.
What does 85/80 Kentucky bluegrass mean in this mix?
Creeping bentgrass is not recommended for home lawns—it requires putting-green-level maintenance (daily mowing at 0.125-0.5 inches, regular fungicide applications, and precise irrigation). Highland bentgrass is a more practical option for residential use, requiring moderate maintenance and tolerating mowing heights of 1.5-3 inches. In cool, moist climates (zones 3-5), Highland bentgrass creates a fine-textured, dense lawn. However, Kentucky bluegrass and fine fescue blends are easier to manage for most homeowners.
3.
How much clover is in the All Purpose Lawn Mix and will it be visible?
Highland bentgrass (Agrostis castellana) is a bunch-type bentgrass variety that requires less maintenance than creeping or colonial bentgrass. It tolerates higher mowing heights (2-3 inches), lower fertility, and less intensive management. Highland bentgrass is used in fine turf mixes, conservation plantings, and as a component in specialty lawn blends. It produces a dense, fine-textured surface and adapts well to cool, moist climates. It is included in the Wicked Tuff Turf Grazing Lawn Mix for its ability to fill thin areas between other species.
4.
What is the seeding rate for bentgrass?
Seed bentgrass at 1-3 lbs per 1,000 sq ft, or 30-50 lbs per acre for general turf applications. Bentgrass seed is extremely small (approximately 6-8 million seeds per pound), so very low per-pound rates provide adequate coverage. Plant 0.125 inches deep or on the surface—press into soil with a roller. Mix seed with dry sand for even distribution. Creeping bentgrass for putting greens is seeded at 1-2 lbs per 1,000 sq ft into prepared seedbeds.
5.
What maintenance does bentgrass require?
The All Purpose Mix performs in 3-8+ hours of direct sunlight. Optimal performance is at 4-6 hours. In shadier spots (3-4 hours), creeping red fescue carries the stand. In full sun (8+ hours), tall fescue tends to dominate over time. For less than 3 hours of direct sun, the Sun & Shade Mix is a better choice with its 65% fine fescue content designed specifically for heavy shade. The All Purpose is best described as a moderate-shade-tolerant blend.
6.
What fertilizer program does the All Purpose Lawn Mix need?
Apply 2-3 lbs nitrogen per 1,000 sq ft annually, with the white clover component providing an additional 0.5-1 lb N through biological fixation. Fall fertilization (September-October in zones 4-6) produces the best results. A simple program: 1 lb N per 1,000 sq ft in September, 1 lb in late October, and optionally 0.5-1 lb in late May. Avoid heavy spring nitrogen which promotes disease and weed pressure. Slow-release or organic fertilizers complement the clover's natural fertility contribution.
7
What USDA zones does bentgrass grow in?
Bentgrass performs best in USDA zones 3-6 where summers are cool and moist. It struggles in zones 7+ where summer heat and humidity promote disease. The Pacific Northwest, northern New England, upper Great Lakes, and similar cool, marine-influenced climates are ideal for bentgrass. In hot, humid regions, bentgrass maintenance costs and disease pressure increase dramatically. Highland bentgrass is the most heat-tolerant of the three types.