Above what temperature does grass grow?
Generally most grasses will grow above 10 degrees C Question: How much grass seed do i need per acre Answer: It depends on the end use and soil conditions. Generally for amenity areas and average rate of 140kg/acre is used Question: What is the origin/history of the term “Vesper Velvet” bent grass? It is my understanding that in the 1950s,a noted Massachusetts greenskeeper, Manuel Francis, developed/refined this variety grass while he was he was the course superintendent at Vesper Country Club in Tyngsboro, MA. Hence, the “Vesper Velvet” appelation. Any information on the subject is much appreciated. Thank you. Answer: The original Vesper was a vegetative velvet developed by Manuel Francis on the Vesper Country Club, one of the oldest courses in the united States. It was used extensively in New England as a vegetative bentgrass since no seed of velvet was available for many years. The seeded Vesper is not related to this. There are still some greens in New England that are this origina
