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Barenbrug

Barenbrug Sport Elite Sport Grass Seed 20 kg

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Product Details

Description

The market leading grass seed product, for premium sport stadiums and pitches, with the top performing grass varieties on the market.

☑ Football ☑ Rugby ☑ Renovation & Repair ☑ Education & Environments

  • High performance blend with a mixture score of 7.92
  • Containing 4 top-10 ranked varieties Barzico #3, Altivo #5, Barbasten #6 & Barpersie #10
  • Four Barenbrug-bred varieties with strong all-round disease tolerance
  • Maximum wear tolerance and early spring growth for recovery

USAGE

  • Designed for elite winter sport stadiums and pitches, it focuses on the key characteristics of wear tolerance, recovery, camera-friendly grass colour and disease resistance. ELITE SPORT is changing the game for the renovation and construction of stadium and other high-quality pitches.

TOP PERFORMING VARIETIES 

  • Barenbrug’s ELITE SPORT product has been re-formulated for 2025 to include four of the top ten varieties in BSPB Turfgrass Seed 2025, including the new Barpersie for the first time.
  • Barzico holds the #3 position, trialled under winter sports wear simulation at 25mm height of cut. The cultivar originates from Barenbrug’s Dutch breeding station and is a very strong all-round ryegrass suitable for many applications. Visually, it is mid-fine, extremely dense with a medium green colour.
  • Altivo, ranked #5 was launched in 2024, and possesses a broad range of beneficial traits. Early spring growth and high recovery are of particular note.
  • Barbasten is ranked #6. It is a true winter sports cultivar from Holland, coarser in leaf, paler green and exceptinally active in winter/spring recovery, Barbasten brings additional Drechslera leaf spot tolerance to the product.
  • New for 2025 is the inclusion of the #10 ranked cultivar, Barpersie. The inclusion of Barpersie lifts the overall mixture score over last year’s mixtures. Barpersie exhibits an excellent range of desirable traits, including high shoot density and recovery thanks to its strong spring growth.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

  • Every elite squad should have the perfect combination of characterises. Our ELITE SPORT seed mix blends four of the toughest, most hardwearing perennial ryegrasses into a top performing team.
  • The mixture is formulated primarily on performance in the BSPB/STRI Turfgrass Seed 2025 booklet Table S1 for sports pitch wear simulation. All four cultivars are highly ranked, including the #3, #5 and #6 - ranked varieties, which means ELITE SPORT comfortably has an exceptional ‘mixture score’ of 7.92.
  • ELITE SPORT combines cultivars that go beyond wear tolerance alone. Barbasten brings additional Drechslera leaf spot tolerance to the blend and Barzico combines highly-rated visual merit and wear tolerance. Altivo and Barpersie both exhibit early spring growth – an essential trait for achieving strong recovery.

CHARACTERISTICS

Speed of Establishment ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Wear Tolerance ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Recovery After Wear ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Turf Aesthetics ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ 
Speed of Growth ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ 
Dark Green Colour ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ 
Shoot Density  ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Cold Temperature Germination  ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ 

 

Specifications

SKU
SEED-BAR-ES
Brand
Barenbrug
Bag size
20 kg
Mixture
100% Perennial Ryegrass
Sowing rate
30-50g m²
Oversowing rate
15-30g per m²
Sowing depth
10-15mm < thatch
Mowing height
Down to 18mm

Frequently Asked Questions

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Clover Multi-Purpose Compost is a peat-based growing medium for all plants. It is suitable for seed sowing, potting-on, containers, hanging baskets, tubs, vegetables, and bedding plants. It’s one of the most versatile composts for both home and professional gardeners.

Yes, Clover Multi-Purpose is an all-purpose compost designed for almost every type of plant. However, for lime-hating plants such as rhododendrons, camellias, and azaleas, we recommend using an ericaceous compost for best results.

Clover Multi-Purpose is peat-based, giving it superior water-holding capacity, root aeration, and consistent performance. Many gardeners prefer it over peat-free options for reliability, though we also stock peat-free alternatives if you want an eco-friendly choice.

Yes, this compost is enriched with nutrients to feed plants for up to 4–6 weeks after planting. For longer-term growth, simply add a liquid or granular fertiliser once the initial feed runs out.

Absolutely. The fine, consistent texture makes it excellent for seed germination and young seedlings. Just follow your seed packet instructions for sowing depth and watering.

Yes. This compost has excellent moisture retention and drainage, making it one of the best composts for hanging baskets, patio tubs, and containers. It helps prevent plants from drying out too quickly, especially in warm weather.

No, it is not certified organic as it contains peat and added fertiliser. If you’re looking for an organic compost, we can recommend suitable peat-free alternatives.

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