HAWAIIAN TURFGRASS
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By the time you read this article, the athletic field at Honolulu’s Moanalua High School will have a brand-new look.

Just in time for this year’s first Na Menehune practice scrimmages, the field will be freshly planted with beautiful Tahoma 31 bermudagrass.

“Tahoma 31 is a gorgeous, hardy variety that tolerates salt well, and loves full sun,” says Sean Fong, owner of Hawaiian Turfgrass, the Mililani company contracted to plant the turf. “It’s great for cooler areas of the island, and renowned for excellent drought resistance.”

Known for low vertical growth, Tahoma 31 needs less frequent mowing. But beneath the surface of a lawn, this gorgeous species of bermudagrass will set deep, vast roots in the soil.

“Its extensive root system gives Tahoma 31 the ability to survive, and even thrive, in times of drought,” Fong says. “This grass uses water with amazing efficiency.”

Fine-bladed and finely textured, Tahoma 31 is lush and dense, dark green and uniformly smooth. It establishes itself quickly and requires minimal maintenance.

“To keep it carpet-like, we recommend weekly mowing with a reel mower whose blade is set no higher than one,” Fong suggests.

“It is perfect for active families with kids and pets.”

Shop online

Homeowners can find comprehensive information on Tahoma 31 and the company’s other sod varieties at hawaiianturfgrass.

com. All are specifically selected to thrive in Hawaii’s climate.

“If you plan to do your own prep and installation, you can place your order online and schedule pickup or curbside delivery,” Fong says. “Our website has everything you need to choose the best grass for your lawn. There’s even an area calculator that uses satellite mapping to determine your yard’s square footage.”

Prefer to let professionals handle the job? Hawaiian Turfgrass offers complete turnkey lawn services (site prep, irrigation, delivery and installation), which can be arranged with a quick phone call.

Pros of Tahoma 31

It’s hardly surprising that Tahoma 31 is the playing surface of choice at stadiums and athletic fields all over the world. Artificial turf at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium, home of the University of Arkansas Razorbacks, was replaced with Tahoma 31 in 2019. Three years later, SportsField Management, a professional organization for managers of athletic fields worldwide, recognized the stadium as the College Football Field of the Year.

Dodger Stadium, Churchill Downs, L.A. Memorial Coliseum, Soldier Field in Chicago and Lincoln Financial Field — home of the Philadelphia Eagles — all boast beautiful Tahoma 31.

“Starting this year, the Moanalua Menehune will play on this excellent turfgrass,” Fong says. “And it’s a brilliant choice for Oahu’s residential lawns.”

Now celebrating 15 years as Oahu’s premier turfgrass producer, Hawaiian Turfgrass offers six different sod varieties, including lovely, hardy Tahoma 31. The company has earned multiple awards for excellence, including Honolulu Star-Advertiser’s Hawaii’s Best people’s choice awards for four consecutive years.

Visit hawaiianturfgrass.com to place an order and arrange for pickup or curbside delivery. Prefer to let the professionals handle the job? Call 808-371-0527 to schedule turnkey installation (minimum 400 square feet) by Sept. 30 for a $500 discount.