Common Name:
Marathon®
Species:
Tall Fescue
Festuca Arundinacea
Varieties:
Hubbard 87, Baja
Description:
Marathon combines the best of both worlds in terms of beauty and durability. It is a 100% tall fescue blend
containing the Hubbard 87 and Baja varieties. Both are exclusive to Southland Sod Farms and are the result of
multiple generations of selective breeding. Primary selection criteria were dark color, dense crown, disease
resistance and fine leaf texture. Hubbard 87 has been ranked # 1 in overall Turf Quality in the USDA sponsored
National Turfgrass Evaluation Program for three consecutive years.
Until 1992, Baja (our first generation dwarf) was the main component of Marathon II. Based on current state of
the art breeding standards, Baja would now be considered a semi-dwarf. During its tenure in Marathon II, Baja
has proven itself through the sales of millions of square feet of sod. By shifting it to Marathon, we are able to
continue to take advantage of its excellent performance. It is an ideal blend component with Hubbard 87. The two
varieties compliment one another in physical characteristics, and the blend eliminates the potential effect of
individual weaknesses, which are sometimes a risk with monocultures.
Guarantee:
Marathon Sod carries one year free replacement guarantee contingent upon proper installation and minimum
level of maintenance.
Uses:
Residences
Apartment Complexes
Playgrounds and Parks
Commercial Buildings
Golf Courses
Cemeteries
Athletic Fields
Characteristics:
Color:
Dark green year around.
Growth Rate:
Summer, 1 to 1 1/2 inch per week.
Winter, 1/2 to 3/4 inch per week.
Texture:
Leaf width ranges from 1/8 to 1/4 inch
mixed. Within the range, leaves tend to
average narrower in winter and wider in
summer.
Density:
Approx. 50 tillers per 1 1/2 inch diameter core.
Height:
Summer, 2 1/2 inch mowing height recommended.
Winter, 2 inch mowing height recommended.
Root Depth:
To 6 feet.
Adaptability:
Soils Range:
All types (Amendments are recommended for heavy clay soils to promote drainage.)
Temp. Tolerance: 25°F to 110°F
pH Range: 5.0 to 8.5, 7.0 preferred.
ECe Range: Tolerant to 8.0, 0 to 4.0 preferred.
Shade Tolerance:50% filtered or 50% daylight hours.
Geographic Range:
Coastline, inland valleys, and deserts. Avoid mountain areas above 4000 ft. due to sustained cold.
Standards and Measures:
Sod
100% Weed Free
Size: 5 Sq. Ft. (15 in. x 48 in.)
Soil Thickness: 1/2 in. ± 1/8 in.
500 Sq. Ft. per Pallet
Weight: 25 Lbs. per 5 Sq. Ft. Piece
2500 Lbs. per Pallet.
Shipping Temp: In order to ensure shipping life and an installation time of at least 24 hours, sod shall be
refrigerated to the following temperatures prior to shipment: 50°F in Winter & 40°F in Summer.
Seed
100% Weed Free 98% Purity (2% Inert Maximum)
90% Minimum Germination
200,000 Seeds per Lb.
Seed Establishment:
Seed Rate: 10 to 12 Lbs. per 1000 Sq. Ft.
Germination: 7 to 14 Days
Maintenance:
Water: 2 to 3 Times per Week at 80% ETo Optimum, 60% ETo Minimum.
Mowing: Weekly
Fertilization: Specify Marathon Sod and Seed Starter (15-15-15) at 10 Lbs. per
1000 Sq. Ft. Prior to Installation. Use Marathon All Season (25-5-5)
at 6 Week Intervals at a Rate of 4 Lbs. per 1000 Sq. Ft. during Fall,
Winter, and Spring.
Marathon®
Species:
Tall Fescue
Festuca Arundinacea
Varieties:
Hubbard 87, Baja
Description:
Marathon combines the best of both worlds in terms of beauty and durability. It is a 100% tall fescue blend
containing the Hubbard 87 and Baja varieties. Both are exclusive to Southland Sod Farms and are the result of
multiple generations of selective breeding. Primary selection criteria were dark color, dense crown, disease
resistance and fine leaf texture. Hubbard 87 has been ranked # 1 in overall Turf Quality in the USDA sponsored
National Turfgrass Evaluation Program for three consecutive years.
Until 1992, Baja (our first generation dwarf) was the main component of Marathon II. Based on current state of
the art breeding standards, Baja would now be considered a semi-dwarf. During its tenure in Marathon II, Baja
has proven itself through the sales of millions of square feet of sod. By shifting it to Marathon, we are able to
continue to take advantage of its excellent performance. It is an ideal blend component with Hubbard 87. The two
varieties compliment one another in physical characteristics, and the blend eliminates the potential effect of
individual weaknesses, which are sometimes a risk with monocultures.
Guarantee:
Marathon Sod carries one year free replacement guarantee contingent upon proper installation and minimum
level of maintenance.
Uses:
Residences
Apartment Complexes
Playgrounds and Parks
Commercial Buildings
Golf Courses
Cemeteries
Athletic Fields
Characteristics:
Color:
Dark green year around.
Growth Rate:
Summer, 1 to 1 1/2 inch per week.
Winter, 1/2 to 3/4 inch per week.
Texture:
Leaf width ranges from 1/8 to 1/4 inch
mixed. Within the range, leaves tend to
average narrower in winter and wider in
summer.
Density:
Approx. 50 tillers per 1 1/2 inch diameter core.
Height:
Summer, 2 1/2 inch mowing height recommended.
Winter, 2 inch mowing height recommended.
Root Depth:
To 6 feet.
Adaptability:
Soils Range:
All types (Amendments are recommended for heavy clay soils to promote drainage.)
Temp. Tolerance: 25°F to 110°F
pH Range: 5.0 to 8.5, 7.0 preferred.
ECe Range: Tolerant to 8.0, 0 to 4.0 preferred.
Shade Tolerance:50% filtered or 50% daylight hours.
Geographic Range:
Coastline, inland valleys, and deserts. Avoid mountain areas above 4000 ft. due to sustained cold.
Standards and Measures:
Sod
100% Weed Free
Size: 5 Sq. Ft. (15 in. x 48 in.)
Soil Thickness: 1/2 in. ± 1/8 in.
500 Sq. Ft. per Pallet
Weight: 25 Lbs. per 5 Sq. Ft. Piece
2500 Lbs. per Pallet.
Shipping Temp: In order to ensure shipping life and an installation time of at least 24 hours, sod shall be
refrigerated to the following temperatures prior to shipment: 50°F in Winter & 40°F in Summer.
Seed
100% Weed Free 98% Purity (2% Inert Maximum)
90% Minimum Germination
200,000 Seeds per Lb.
Seed Establishment:
Seed Rate: 10 to 12 Lbs. per 1000 Sq. Ft.
Germination: 7 to 14 Days
Maintenance:
Water: 2 to 3 Times per Week at 80% ETo Optimum, 60% ETo Minimum.
Mowing: Weekly
Fertilization: Specify Marathon Sod and Seed Starter (15-15-15) at 10 Lbs. per
1000 Sq. Ft. Prior to Installation. Use Marathon All Season (25-5-5)
at 6 Week Intervals at a Rate of 4 Lbs. per 1000 Sq. Ft. during Fall,
Winter, and Spring.
Available only from Southland Sod Farms