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Searching for burnetts grass seed for your new lawn or overseeding project? You’re in the right place. Burnetts grass seed is a trusted choice among New Zealand gardeners and landscapers looking to establish healthy, lush lawns that last. Whether you’re renovating your backyard, creating an inviting front lawn, or managing a large amenity area, burnetts grass seed delivers reliability and resilience for our unique Kiwi climate. With a range of blends and seed types, you can find options suitable for sun, shade, heavy use, or ornamental spaces. Dive into the features, benefits, and helpful tips for choosing the right grass seed for your needs—plus discover why burnetts grass seed is the go-to for quality lawns across New Zealand.

An immaculate Fine Fescue lawn in a modern and formal garden.

Fine Fescue Lawn Seed

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Fine Fescue lawn seed is ideal for homeowners seeking a lush, fine-textured lawn that thrives in shaded areas and requires minimal maintenance. This blend of Chewings Fescue and Creeping Red Fescue forms a dense, soft mat of grass with needle-like leaves, offering an aesthetically pleasing and comfortable surface underfoot. Suited for various soil and environmental conditions across New Zealand, Fine Fescue is perfect for creating elegant, low-traffic lawns.

A stunning Amenity Ryegrass lawn.

Amenity Ryegrass Seed (Lawn Seed)

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Rye Grass Seed lawns are quick to establish and features dark green leaves year-round. Our Amenity Rye Grass is a popular turf variety that is typically used where a hard-wearing lawn that establishes quickly is required such as sports grounds or high foot traffic areas. The grass seed should be spread at 50 grams per square metre when a the soil has been worked to a good tilth. Use 75 grams per square metre if you are over-sowing existing grass. Rye Grass seed lawns can be grown in all regions of NZ and is a popular and hardy option compared to other lawn seed options.

Kikuyu lawn featuring a lush and dense tuf.

Kikuyu (Blended Kikuyu Lawn Seed)

A Kikuyu lawn is suited to warmer regions and coastal areas where hot and humid summers are less well suited to other turf species. The variety of...

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A Kikuyu grass lawn bordered by a garden.

Pure Kikuyu Seed

Kikuyu grass is suited to warmer regions and coastal areas where hot and humid summers are less well suited to other turf species. The variety of...

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Chamaemelum nobile plants with white flowers and lush, green foliage.

Chamaemelum nobile (Chamomile)

Chamaemelum nobile, known as Lawn Chamomile or Roman Chamomile, is a fragrant, low-growing perennial herb ideal for lawns, borders, and herbal...

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Pyrus salicifolia 'Pendula'

Pyrus salicifolia 'Pendula' is a graceful ornamental pear admired for its elegant weeping branches and silvery grey foliage. The narrow leaves create...

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An exquisite Tall Fescue lawn.

Tall Fescue

Tall Fescue is an excellent lawn grass choice for New Zealand homeowners seeking a dark green, tough, and attractive lawn. It is widely used by ready...

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Organic Fertiliser (Organic Fertiliser)

Organic Boost is an organic fertiliser for soil and plants that has been crafted entirely from organically certified products. These ingredients...

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Callistemon viminalis

Callistemon viminalis (Weeping Bottlebrush) is a graceful evergreen tree admired for its pendulous branches and vibrant red bottlebrush flowers...

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Betula 'Wade's Gold'

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Acer palmatum 'Shirazz'

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Coco Peat (Coco Peat)

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Isotoma fluviatilis

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Acer 'Emerald Lace'

Acer 'Emerald Lace' is a graceful laceleaf Japanese Maple admired for its finely divided soft green foliage and elegant cascading form. The delicate...

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Lawn Fertiliser

Achieve a vibrant, healthy lawn with our premium Lawn Fertiliser, specially formulated for New Zealand conditions. This fertiliser not only...

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Betula 'Jacquemontii Dazzler' (Himalayan Birch)

Betula 'Jacquemontii Dazzler' is an outstanding ornamental birch renowned for its exceptionally bright white bark and refined upright form. The...

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Acer 'Orangeola'

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New Lawn Fertiliser

Establishing a new lawn requires the proper nutrients to ensure robust root development and healthy growth. Our New Lawn Fertiliser, featuring...

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Acer palmatum 'Trompenburg'

Acer palmatum 'Trompenburg' is a striking Japanese Maple admired for its deeply cut rich purple red foliage and distinctive curled leaf edges. The...

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Salix 'pendula-aurea' specimen tree.

Salix vitellina Pendula Aurea

Salix vitellina 'Pendula Aurea', commonly known as Golden Weeping Willow, is a graceful deciduous tree admired for its cascading golden branches and...

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Victory Gold - 1 Litre

Victory Gold is an herbicide used to control many types of broadleaf weeds in lawns. Susceptible weeds include: cape daisy, catsear, chickweed...

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Chionochloa rigida plant growing beside a path.

Chionochloa rigida (Snow Tussock)

Chionochloa rigida, commonly known as narrow-leaved snow tussock, is a hardy New Zealand native grass prized for its delicate, upright foliage and...

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Betula utilis 'Jacquemontii'

Betula utilis 'Jacquemontii' (Himalayan Birch) is a spectacular deciduous tree prized for its brilliant white bark and graceful upright form. The...

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Zephyranthes candida

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Transformer - 1L

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Transformer - 1 Litre

Transformer is a soil conditioner which is designed to improve the effectiveness with which water moves through soil. It allows water to penetrate...

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Viola hederacea (Australian Violet)

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Acaena novae-zelandiae (Piripiri)

Acaena novae-zelandiae is a hardy NZ native groundcover commonly known as Bidgee Widgee. It is admired for its fine green foliage and small burr like...

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Koelreuteria paniculata

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Lawn Pro Protect

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TURFIX

TURFIX is a common herbicide used to control the most common broadleaf weeds and clovers in new and established lawns. It will control Clover...

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Fine Fescue Lawn Seed

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Why Choose Burnetts Grass Seed?

Burnetts grass seed stands out for its proven performance and adaptability. The blends include resilient varieties ideal for our temperate conditions, ensuring your lawn establishes quickly and stays green year-round. Burnetts is well-known for supplying clean, top-grade seed that’s easy to sow and germinates reliably. If you're after a fine-textured, attractive lawn, burnetts grass seed blends often incorporate species that tolerate frequent mowing and wear, while resisting common pests and diseases.

Selecting the Right Burnetts Grass Seed Variety

The right grass seed depends on your project goals and site conditions. Burnetts offers blends for different lawn applications:

Tips for Sowing and Growing Burnetts Grass Seed

Successful lawns begin with good preparation. Clear weeds and debris, loosen soil, and level your site before sowing burnetts grass seed. Apply seed evenly, then lightly rake and water to promote germination. Most burnetts grass seed mixes thrive when kept consistently moist during establishment. Once your lawn is up, regular mowing encourages dense growth. If you want to add fragrant, flowering groundcovers to your borders or pathways, consider Chamaemelum nobile (Chamomile) alongside your turf for extra charm.

Where to Buy Burnetts Grass Seed

Looking for premium burnetts grass seed? We offer a variety of blends and lawn seed types tailored to Kiwi gardens—from classic ryegrass for rapid growth to fine fescue for elegant finishes and kikuyu for sun-drenched lawns. Competitive pricing, expert advice, and easy online ordering make starting your new lawn effortless. Browse our full range or reach out for personalised recommendations.

Achieve a Lush New Zealand Lawn with Burnetts Grass Seed

With burnetts grass seed, you’re set for success—fresh, green lawns that enhance your outdoor spaces year-round. Whether you’re tending to a home garden or a public park, trust in quality grass seed and practical know-how. Browse our selection of grass seeds, choose your ideal blend, and let your Kiwi lawn flourish.


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