Oct 02, 2020
Turf
Your yard or garden is no doubt one of the most cherished parts of your Penrith or Sydney home. It’s where quality time is spent and memories are made.
Such an essential outdoor area deserves top-quality turf—the kind that not only looks amazing but also provides a durable yet functional space for relaxing, socialising, and getting active.
But, when it comes to choosing the best turf for your home, where do you start? Finding the right variety can feel like a minefield but don’t sweat it because we’re going to walk you through a mix of top-notch turf varieties that are perfect for kinds of Sydney or Penrith home.
If you want to learn more about turf, check out our other resources:
1. How much does quality turf cost?
2. Which type of turf is the best for your home?
3. What are the benefits of buying turf directly from the turf farm?
4. Should you purchase or grow turf for your home?
Let’s get started.
Kikuyu
A durable, heavy-duty type of turf, Kikuyu is perfect for lawns that withstand a lot of wear and tear.
If you have pets or children that like to run riot at any given opportunity, Kikuyu will go the distance. Plus, it's luscious green pigment will shine through all year around—a real win-win for anyone with a busy, active lawn space.
Matilda Soft Leaf Buffalo
Another pet-friendly turf variety, Matilda Soft Leaf Buffalo is excellent for the busy go-getter.
This turf is easy to maintain, and shade resistant (ideal if you have large trees or dense shrubs in your garden)—and this evergreen beauty will enhance the look of your lawn no end.
Shademaster Soft Leaf Buffalo
Offering all of the lawn-boosting qualities of Matilda Soft Leaf and more, Shademaster Soft Leaf Buffalo is (as you may have guessed by the name), is even more resilient in shaded areas of your yard or garden.
Developed in the 1990s, this incredible turf variety has skyrocketed in popularity, mainly because it is non-allergenic and it provides a wonderful purple sheen in the winter.
Wintergreen Couch
Wintergreen Couch boasts a luxurious carpet-like finish that will make your neighbours green with envy.
In addition to its stunning looks, this turf's buoyancy makes it safe for breaking a child's fall if they tumble. Plus, Wintergreen Couch is also low maintenance and exceptionally drought-resistant.