Kikuyu Kenda is a native of the highlands of East Africa and is now naturalized in many coastal and inland regions of Australia. It is the most vigorous of all lawn grasses. For this reason it is the most durable lawn, which will tolerate dry spells. It is the most economical lawn available.
Kikuyu Kenda is a warm season lawn with a medium broad leaf, which has a vigorous growth rate, making it an attractive hard-wearing lawn suitable for schools, sports fields, residential, commercial and semi arid areas. Good for erosion control.
Kikuyu Kenda will thrive in full sun and maintain a healthy appearance. Poor and sparse growth will occur in shady areas. In warmer climates it will grow vigorously.
Kikuyu Kenda will perform extremely well under heavy traffic conditions. It will regenerate rapidly when damaged by sending out runners to repair the worn or scalped areas.