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Premium Kikuyu Grass Seed – Ideal for NZ’s Warm & Coastal Lawns

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Blended Kikuyu Lawn Seed

Why Kikuyu Grass Is A Top Choice For NZ Lawns

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Kikuyu grass is widely chosen in New Zealand for its durability and fast-growing nature. It thrives in warm, sunny regions and bounces back quickly from foot traffic or drought stress. Once established, it forms a dense mat that naturally suppresses weeds, reducing the need for herbicides and ongoing maintenance.

A Specially Blended Mix For Fast Establishment

This premium seed mix contains 15% pure Kikuyu seed blended with 85% annual Italian ryegrass to encourage rapid germination and cover. The ryegrass component establishes quickly and protects the slower-germinating Kikuyu as it develops a deep root system for long-term growth.

Perfect For Northern And Coastal Regions

Kikuyu performs best in warmer areas such as Auckland, Waikato, and Northland. It flourishes during the summer months, tolerates sandy or poor soils, and handles salt exposure well—making it a favourite for coastal lawns. While it can brown off slightly in winter, it rebounds strongly in spring.

Simple Planting And Care For Long-Term Success

Sow Kikuyu seed from late spring to early autumn when soil temperatures are ideal for germination. Prepare the area by clearing vegetation and applying glyphosate as needed. Spread at 40g/m² and keep soil moist throughout establishment. Once established, mow to a height of 25 mm and apply fertiliser occasionally to maintain colour and growth.

What Our Customers Are Saying

Dale Wilson from Wellington says, “Our seed germinated fast, and we have a great lawn.” Francis Mason in Waikato adds, “The seed has struck, and we have a lovely green tinge. We appreciate all the advice.” These real-world results show how effective Kikuyu can be when sown and maintained correctly.

Available Now With Fast NZ-Wide Delivery

Regal Green Kikuyu Grass Seed is available in 1 kg packs, each covering approximately 25 m². Orders are dispatched quickly and shipped with care throughout New Zealand. With free shipping on orders over $150, now is the perfect time to upgrade your lawn.

Expert advice on Lawn - Kikuyu

Questions and Answers

Have a question about Kikuyu (Blended Kikuyu Lawn Seed)? We are here to help.

Hi We have just bought Kikuyu lawn seed. Is it recommended to buy a starter fertiliser and do we need to use a pre emergent herbicide? Thank-you.

Yes, you should use new lawn fertiliser and spread with the seed. We do recommend using a Glyphosate spray 1-2 days before seeding to take out any foreign weeds. Ideally, do this 1-2 times before seeding to reduce the weed population. That is, wait for a green tinge of weeds, spray, repeat this 7-10 days later, then seed the lawn.

Hi there, I'm planting a new lawn in a shady area under large pohutakawa trees. The area has been used for citrus that weren't getting enough light to fruit. The lawn is roughly 60m2. We're in Auckland, so pretty warm, and no frosts where we are. The lawn is for my children to have a space to play football. We're on a well draining site. I'm thinking about purchasing the Kikuyu mix, how much will I need? Is this the right variety for our needs?

Kikuyu sounds like the best option. Work on 50 grams per square metre, so 3 kg in this instance.

Hi there, planning to do a lawn renovation. Wanting to put down a glyphosate spray a couple times before seeding. How long should I wait after the last weed killer spray before seeding? Thanks, Allen

24 hours is the time we generally recommend to allow the soil microbes to deactivate the glyphosate.

Reviews

5 from 4 customers
Melanie White - Auckland

My husband is wrapped with our lawns.

Dale Wilson - Wellington

Our seed germinated fast and we have a great lawn.

Francis Mason - Waikato

The seed has struck and we have a lovely green tinge. We appreciate all the advice.

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