What is Kikuya Grass?
The tropical grass species Cenchrus clandestine is known by several common names, most often Kikuyu grass, as it is native to the highland regions of East Africa that is home to the Kikuyu people.
Because of its rapid growth and aggressive nature, it is categorized as a noxious weed in some regions.
Kikuya Grass Prices In South Africa?
Prices
Kikuyu – R 23.00 / Square meter COLLECTED.
Lawn and Delivery in Pretoria – R 28.00 / Square meter (Minimum of 100 squares)
Lawn and Delivery in Johannesburg – R 33.00 / Square meter (Minimum of 100 squares)
Pretoria R 36.00 per Square meter.
How long does Kikuyu take to mature?
Germination times range from 7-10 days for ryegrass to 3 weeks for a kikuyu which means you need to keep up this watering intensity for at least 2-3 weeks.
What kills kikuyu grass?
Glyphosate (Roundup) is one herbicide that will kill Kikuyu.
Unfortunately, this broad-spectrum chemical will not only affect the invading grass, it’ll kill off pretty much any other plant it meets.
How often should I water Kikuyu?
It has a high drought tolerance – As a low-maintenance turf, kikuyu can be watered once a week. It will thrive and look like it’s been pampered by professional gardeners all this time.
It grows rapidly and expansively – If you let it, kikuyu can cover every inch of your lawn.