Couch is a hardy, sun-loving grass renowned for its resilience and drought tolerance. Once established, it forms a dense, fast-spreading mat that recovers quickly from wear. Perfect for Australian summers, it thrives in warm, sunny conditions and suits home lawns, sports grounds, and high-traffic areas.
Note: Shipping restrictions apply for WA & TAS.
Features Benefits
Sun-loving. Drought-tolerant. Tough.
Unhulled Couch:
A warm-season, drought-tolerant turf forming dense, fine lawns ideal for full-sun, high-use areas and dry conditions.
Ideal For
Management: High-traffic lawns, sports fields, and low-maintenance summer turf.
Watering: Low once established; thrives with deep, infrequent watering.
Region: Warm temperate, coastal, and subtropical regions.
Soil Type: Sandy loams and well-drained soils; tolerates lower fertility.
Aspect: Full sun; poor shade tolerance.
Varities Used
SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS APPLY FOR WESTERN AUSTRALIA AND TASMANIA
Sowing Instructions:
Rate: 1 kg per 100 m².
Depth: 3–5 mm.
Preparation: Firm seedbed, clear weeds.
Watering: Keep evenly moist (10–21 days).
Management & Mowing Instructions
First mow: When grass reaches 5–8 cm.
Mowing height: Maintain 20–40 mm for a tight, sun-tolerant sward.
Fertilising: Apply a balanced summer fertiliser; light feeds in shoulder seasons.
Watering: Deep, infrequent irrigation; allow the surface to dry between waterings.
Maintenance: Dethatch as needed and repair worn areas promptly.
Please note seed may be coated for protection and to enhance germination. Batches may vary.
Hills Farm Supplies provides pasture seed products based on general suitability for Australian conditions. However, we do not guarantee animal performance or health outcomes resulting from the use of these products.
It is the purchaser’s responsibility to ensure:
The selected seed mix is appropriate for their property, soil type, and livestock
Pastures are managed correctly, particularly during establishment and grazing
We recommend seeking independent advice from a qualified agronomist or advisor where required.
Freight & Delivery Responsibility
Once goods have been dispatched from Hills Farm Supplies, they are carried at the purchaser’s risk.
While we take care to ensure all orders leave in good condition:
We are not liable for loss, damage, or delays caused during transit
Any claims relating to freight must be made with the carrier
Transit insurance is available upon request and is recommended for higher value orders.
When should I sow Couch Grass?
Late spring to early summer is ideal, once soil temperatures exceed 18°C. Warm, moist conditions support fast germination and healthy root development.
How much water does Couch require?
Once established, Couch is highly drought-tolerant and thrives on deep, infrequent watering, making it a cost-effective choice for dry regions.
Can Couch grow in shaded lawns?
No. Couch demands full sun for dense coverage and colour. Shade will cause thinning, so it’s best suited to open, sunny areas.