It produces an excellent lawn under moderate fertility rates. They are suited for athletic, golf course, and landscape use and have qualities similar to SeaIsle 1. Maintenance of seashore paspalum lawns Establishment Seashore paspalum must be established vegetatively by sod or sprigs. Sprigging rates should range from 5-10 bushels per 1000 square feet. Fertilization and other cultural practices influence the overall health of your lawn, and can reduce or increase its vulnerability to numerous stresses, including weeds, insects, and disease.
Seashore paspalum responds well to low fertility rates.
As with any lawn, the fertility regime will determine not only the rate of growth and curb appeal of your lawn, it will also determine the amount of maintenance required to keep it in optimal condition. During establishment of a seashore paspalum lawn, small amounts of fertilizer should be applied on a regular basis to hasten growth and ground cover. To encourage root development, phosphorous should be applied during establishment at rates equal to or greater than the nitrogen. Potassium needs of seashore paspalum are also greater during establishment, particularly when irrigated with saline water. If sodding seashore paspalum, ground cover will be immediate, but at least two weeks will be needed to insure that the root system is functional and capable of supporting the shoot system.