BIMINI® Bermuda is an improved hybrid Bermuda grass known for its fine texture, dense growth, deep green color, and exceptional resilience, making it ideal for lawns, golf courses, and sports fields.
Bermuda grass is a warm-season grass with exceptional heat and drought tolerance. BIMINI® is a fine-bladed grass with a vigorous growth rate, deep roots, and dense rhizomes. Its resilience to heavy foot traffic and excellent shear strength make it a preferred grass for sports fields.
Characteristics
| Hot Weather Tolerance | Excellent |
| Shade Tolerance | Low-requires full sun |
| Wear Resistance | Excellent |
| Salt Tolerance | Excellent |
| Injury Recovery | Excellent |
| Winter Color | Dormant |
| Mowing Height | The recommended mowing height for Bimini Bermuda grass is 1/2 inch to 2 inches. |
| Disease, Weed and Insect Resistance | It is aggressive enough to compete with weeds but may not completely eliminate them. Additionally, it has minimal disease and insect problems. |
Maintenance
| Soil and Fertilizer | Bermuda grass thrives in neutral to slightly acidic soil (pH 6.0–7.0).Fertilizing twice a year with a balanced fertilizer like 10-10-10 is commonly recommended. Bermuda grass, being fast-growing, often benefits from additional nitrogen applications during the active growing season (summer) to maintain its color and growth. |
| Watering | Water 1–2 times per week during the growing season, depending on rainfall and soil conditions. Apply about 1 to 1.5 inches of water per week, either through rainfall or irrigation. Water early in the morning to reduce evaporation and minimize the risk of diseases. During dormancy in the winter, reduce watering significantly unless there is an extended drought. |
| Fertilizer | The best fertilizer for Bimini Bermuda grass is one high in nitrogen to support its fast growth and rich green color. A balanced fertilizer such as 16-4-8 or 21-7-14 works well. Additionally:
- Use a slow-release nitrogen fertilizer during the growing season for sustained feeding. - Apply a complete fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10) in spring and fall to maintain overall nutrient balance. - Supplement with nitrogen-only fertilizers (e.g., 46-0-0) in summer for enhanced growth and color. Soil testing is recommended to tailor the fertilizer to your soil’s specific nutrient needs. |
| Mowing | Maintain a mowing height of 1/2 inch to 2 inches, depending on its use (e.g., lower for golf greens, higher for lawns). Mow 1–2 times per week during the active growing season to avoid removing more than one-third of the leaf blade at a time. Use sharp mower blades to ensure a clean cut and reduce stress on the grass. Leave clippings on the lawn unless they form thick layers, as they can provide additional nutrients. Regular mowing at the correct height encourages dense, healthy turf and helps minimize weeds. |
| Fungicide | Fungicide use on Bimini Bermuda grass is generally not necessary under normal conditions due to its natural resistance to many diseases. However, in cases of specific fungal issues like dollar spot, brown patch, or Pythium blight, fungicides may be applied as needed. |
| Herbzides | Their use should be selective and appropriate for the type of weeds present. Use Pre-emergent Herbicides in early spring and fall to prevent weed seeds from germinating, for example, products with prodiamine or pendimethalin. Use Post-emergent Herbicides during the growing season to target actively growing weeds. Select a herbicide labeled for Bermuda grass and specific weed types, such as those containing 2,4-D, dicamba, or MSMA. |