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TifEagle Bermudagrass

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description TifEagle Bermudagrass Overview

TifEagle is an ultradwarf hybrid bermudagrass cultivar developed through the turfgrass breeding program in Tifton, Georgia, and released for use in the late 1990s. It tolerates the extremely low mowing heights required on golf putting greens and can form a dense, fine-textured playing surface in warm climates. The cultivar is intended primarily for intensively maintained golf greens rather than ordinary residential lawns, and it requires specialized mowing, fertilization, and thatch management.

help TifEagle Bermudagrass FAQ

How low can you mow TifEagle Bermudagrass?

TifEagle is an ultradwarf bermudagrass that can tolerate incredibly low mowing heights, often as low as 1/8 of an inch. This makes it ideal for golf course putting greens where a fast, smooth surface is required.

When was TifEagle Bermudagrass developed?

It was developed by the USDA in Tifton, Georgia, in 1997. It was specifically bred to withstand the low mowing heights that older varieties like Tifway could not survive.

Can I use TifEagle on my home lawn?

It is highly discouraged to plant TifEagle on a standard residential lawn because it requires professional-grade, reel mower maintenance to prevent thatch buildup. It is exclusively engineered for the intense management conditions of golf greens.

Does TifEagle handle cold weather well?

As a warm-season grass developed in the South, TifEagle will go dormant and lose its color during the winter months. Golf courses often use turf covers to protect the ultradwarf grass from winterkill during cold snaps.

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