Argentine Bahia Grass Seed | Coated
Seed Ranch Argentine Bahia Coated Grass Seed is a tough, warm-season grass seed designed for lawns, pastures, large properties, and Southern landscapes. Known for its deep root system, strong drought tolerance, and reliable performance in hot, sunny conditions, Argentine Bahia is an excellent choice for Florida and other warm coastal regions.
This variety produces a darker green color and broader leaf blade than many common Bahia grasses, creating a fuller, more attractive turf appearance. It also typically produces fewer visible seed heads, helping maintain a cleaner lawn look throughout the growing season.
Key Benefits
| Feature |
Benefit |
| Deep Root System |
Improves drought resistance |
| Dark Green Color |
Creates an attractive lawn appearance |
| Broad Leaf Texture |
Provides durable ground coverage |
| Heat & Sun Tolerance |
Ideal for Southern climates |
| Disease Tolerance |
Helps reduce lawn stress |
| Insect Tolerance |
Supports long-term turf health |
| Fewer Seed Heads |
Maintains a cleaner appearance |
| Low Maintenance |
Requires less care than many turfgrasses |
Recommended Seeding Rates
| Application |
Seeding Rate |
| New Residential Lawn |
100–150 lbs. per acre or 2–3 lbs. per 1,000 sq. ft. |
| Existing Lawn Overseeding |
2–5 lbs. per 1,000 sq. ft. |
| New Pasture Establishment |
25–50 lbs. per acre |
| Rapid Pasture Coverage |
Up to 100 lbs. per acre |
| Pasture Overseeding |
50–100 lbs. per acre |
Planting Guidelines
| Planting Factor |
Recommendation |
| Sunlight |
Full sun |
| Planting Depth |
1/4 to 1/2 inch |
| Best Planting Season |
Early spring through summer |
| Ideal Soil Temperature |
85°F–95°F |
| Soil Contact |
Roll or lightly pack after seeding |
| Fertilizer Timing |
Apply nitrogen after seedlings emerge |
Coated Seed Advantage
The seed coating helps improve moisture retention, seed handling, and planting performance. Because coated seed contains added weight, each pound contains fewer individual seeds than raw seed. For best results, use the recommended coated-seed rates to ensure proper coverage and stand density.
Best Uses
Seed Ranch Argentine Bahia Coated Grass Seed is ideal for residential lawns, pastures, parks, roadsides, utility areas, large properties, and low-maintenance landscapes. It performs best in warm climates with full sun exposure and may experience winter damage in areas with extended freezing temperatures.
