Sir Walter

Sir Walter Buffalo Grass:
The Ultimate Australian Family Lawn

Since its introduction in 1997, over 135 million square metres of Sir Walter buffalo grass have been laid across Australia, making it one of the most popular soft-leaf varieties in the country. Here at Lawn Industries, we supply freshly harvested Sir Walter turf directly from our NSW farms, ensuring every roll reaches you at its best.

Sir Walter buffalo grass is one of the standout low-maintenance grass varieties available to Australian homeowners. Its broad leaf blade photosynthesises efficiently in limited light. It is renowned as a shade-tolerant grass owing to its ability to thrive on as little as three to four hours of direct sunlight per day. In full sun, it handles the intensity of an Australian summer with equal ease.

For households with children and pets, Sir Walter soft leaf buffalo turf provides a surface that is soft underfoot, low-allergenic and resilient under regular foot traffic. Its natural density and self-repairing growth mean bare patches recover with minimal effort, while its tight habit provides resistance to weeds without the need for chemical intervention.

Developed in NSW, Sir Walter is well suited to the varied climates found across the state. Along the coast, from Sydney to Wollongong, its salt tolerance allows it to thrive in coastal areas. Further inland and across elevated areas such as the Blue Mountains, it remains green through winter frosts and extended dry periods. Its deep root system draws moisture from the subsoil, and the dense canopy can reduce surface temperature by up to 10 degrees in summer!

Sir Walter requires less watering, fertilising and mowing than other popular varieties. To keep it healthy, we recommend maintaining a mowing height of between 30 mm and 40 mm. Fertilising twice yearly in spring and autumn, and once established, watering deeply but infrequently encourages strong root development.

How much sun does Sir Walter need?

It can manage on as little as three hours of sunlight daily, making this shade-tolerant grass a reliable choice for shaded properties.

Is it safe for dogs?

Sir Walter is low-allergenic and resilient, making it well suited to yards with pets.

How often should new turf be watered?

In the first two weeks after laying, watering daily for root establishment is recommended. Sir Walter is a low-maintenance grass variety, which is why, once established, deep watering every few days is sufficient.

Sir Walter buffalo grass couples resilience, low maintenance and vibrant colour through the year. Whether the project is a small backyard or a larger residential project across NSW, the Lawn Industries team is here to assist. Contact us today for expert advice, a free quote, or to order freshly harvested Sir Walter turf delivered direct from our farm!