Expressive!
Rendition Rx has Rhizomes!
Rendition Rx shows off its Rhizomes in Raleigh.
- Product Details
- Planting Instructions
Rendition Rx: Just what the doctor ordered
Rendition Rx turf-type tall fescue is simply good medicine for a beautiful, healthy lawn. Drawing out the best plants from the original Rendition tall fescue and other varieties, selection work on Rendition Rx began years ago. Specific selection efforts were made to improve brown patch resistance, turf quality and performance under stress.
WELL ESTABLISHED
Rendition Rx lawns establish quickly; providing thick, lush, dense turf rapidly. This helps reduce weed infestations and provides early ground coverage. Once established a Rendition Rx lawn has excellent sod strength, dark green color, disease resistance and shade tolerance, allowing Rendition Rx to be used in a wide range of applications and soil conditions.
FILL IN THE BLANKS
Over time every lawn experiences some sort of damage, leaving bare spots. Maybe it is from a pet, a piece of lawn furniture, or caused by adverse weather. It happens to every lawn. While most tall fescue varieties have only a limited ability to fill in these blank spots, Rendition Rx has been specifically selected to produce rhizomes (or underground shoots) quickly, enabling it to provide increased density and fill in bare spots with new plants. And with every new plant Rendition Rx creates, that means your lawn has more of its attractive and strong characteristics. We call this technology “Rapid Expressing Rhizomes,” and it is available in every Rendition Rx seed and plant.
BETTER BROWN PATCH RESISTANCE
Rendition Rx was bred for increased resistance to brown patch. While all tall fescues are susceptible to brown patch at some level, Rendition Rx provides some of the best protection available.
| Selected Varieties | Fayetteville, AR | Raleigh, NC | Adelphia, NJ | W. Lafayette, IN | Mean |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Score | 9.0 | 7.7 | 7.3 | 8.1 | 7.6 |
| Rendition Rx | 9.0 | 7.0 | 6.0 | 7.4 | 7.4 |
| Shenandoah III | 8.3 | 7.0 | 6.3 | 7.7 | 7.3 |
| Falcon V | 7.7 | 6.0 | 5.7 | 8.0 | 6.8 |
| Rebel IV | 6.3 | 6.3 | 6.7 | 6.6 | 6.6 |
| Cochise IV | 6.0 | 6.0 | 5.3 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| Lowest Score | 2.3 | 5.7 | 4.3 | 5.2 | 5.2 |
| Lsd Value | 2.7 | 1.4 | 2.3 | 1.0 | 1.0 |
Nationwide Performance - Rendition Rx is in the latest National Turfgrass Evaluation Program (NTEP) trials at over 30 locations throughout the United States. The following chart indicates categories where Rendition Rx is scoring statistically equal to the highest rated entry.
| Rendition Rx was equal statistically
to the highest scoring entry in these categories: |
'07 | '08 | '09 | '10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quality - Southeast | X | X | ||
| Quality - Upper West/Mountain | X | |||
| Quality - Shade, Carbondale, IL | X | X | X | |
| Ground Cover - Drought, SD | X | |||
| Ground Cover – Oct-Dec, GA | X | |||
| Sod Strength - VA Beach, VA | X | X | ||
| Quality - Saline Irrigation, NM | X | X | X | |
| Spring Density | X | X | X | |
| Summer Ground Cover | X | X | X | |
| Fall Ground Cover | X | X | ||
| Drought Tolerance - Wilting | X | X | X | |
| Drought Tolerance - Dormancy | X | |||
| Drought - Brookings, SD | X | X | ||
| Brown Patch (Traffic, NJ) | X | |||
| Brown Patch (Cool Temp.) | X | |||
| Brown Patch (Warm Temp.) | X | |||
| Brown Patch - TN | X | X | ||
| Red Thread Resistance | X | |||
| Pink Snow Mold | X | X | ||
| Fall Color (Sept) | X | |||
| Fall Color (December) | X | |||
| Growth Rate | X | |||
| Percent Establishment (TX) | X | |||
| Winter Survivability | X | |||
| Complete results available at www.ntep.org |
Planting Instructions
Starting A New Lawn/Repairing Bare Spots
Ideal Planting Time: The best time to plant is late summer, early fall, or spring. If seeding at other times, be prepared to touch up thin or bare spots as needed.
Seedbed and Soil Preparation: Some lawns may need other soil amendments such lime. It is best to conduct a soil test prior to any new seeding. Till the soil approximately 6 inches deep. Level with garden or landscaping rake. Surface may be firmed by rolling or soaking, then re-raking till level. Leave top 1/2 inch loose to allow seed to be worked into soil.
Fertilization: Prior to or right after seeding, apply a starter fertilizer to help proper root development. Continue using a systematic fertilizer program to maintain a healthy lawn.
Seeding: Sow seeds evenly at 7-10 pounds per 1,000 square feet. Rake lightly into soil. No more than 1/8 inch of soil should cover seed. Use a roller or other means to firmly pack the seeded soil.
Covering: Use blankets, pelletized or paper mulch, or straw to hold soil moisture and hasten germination. Baled straw may bring in unwanted weeds; use with caution.
Watering: Do not allow soil to dry out. Keep soil moist with frequent light watering until seedlings are visible. After lawn is established, water as necessary.
Overseeding An Existing Lawn
Lawn Preparation: Mow lawn to 1 inch and remove clippings. Dethatch with a power rake or hand rake smaller areas.
Seeding:Sow seed evenly at 4-6 pounds per 1,000 square feet. Work seed into existing turf by raking.
Watering: Keep soil moist with frequent, light watering until grass is established.
Mowing: Follow normal mowing practices when grass reaches 3 to 4 inches in height.
Maintaining Your Rendition RX Lawn
Mowing:Maintain mower height between 2 to 3 inches, never remove more than 1/3 of the grass plant with each mowing.
Weed Control: It is very common to see new weeds when planting a new lawn or disturbing the soil. For new lawns, wait 6-8 weeks before using any herbicide. For existing lawns, the best weed control is to maintain a healthy lawn by regular fertilization, proper mowing, and watering as often as necessary.