TifDwarf Bermudagrass

TifDwarf is an ultradwarf bermudagrass specifically bred to create incredibly dense, smooth putting green surfaces. Because it tolerates extremely low mowing heights, it is most famously used on golf course putting greens worldwide. It provides a fast, true rolling surface that professional golfers demand for tournament play.

TifDwarf was discovered in the 1950s as a natural, finer-textured mutation of Tifgreen bermudagrass. It was subsequently isolated and propagated by agricultural scientists at the University of Georgia's Coastal Plain Experiment Station. This discovery revolutionized the turfgrass industry, offering a superior alternative for golf courses.

Yes, to maintain the extremely low and smooth surface required for a putting green, TifDwarf must be mowed exclusively with a specialized gas or electric reel mower. Using a standard rotary mower found at hardware stores will scalp the grass and destroy the pristine surface. Daily mowing is often required during the peak summer growing season.

Like all warm-season grasses, TifDwarf will go dormant and turn a straw-brown color when soil temperatures drop in the late fall. It thrives in tropical and subtropical climates, meaning it can struggle to survive harsh, freezing winters in the transition zone. Golf courses in colder climates often use ryegrass to overseed and green up their TifDwarf greens during the winter.