Common Name:
Marathon II®
Species:
Dwarf Tall Fescue
Festuca Arundinacea
Varieties:
Encore
Description:
Marathon II is our most advanced dwarf tall fescue. It retains the excellent durability of the species while
enhancing its beauty. Marathon II can be mowed shorter, has greater density, and slightly narrower leaves,
resulting in a more compact carpet-like appearance. The growth rate is somewhat slower, particularly in
winter. Marathon II contains Encore, which is a proprietary variety developed exclusively for Southland Sod
Farms and the Southern California market area. It is a second generation dwarf (sometimes termed ``double
dwarf"). Primary selection criteria were short mature growth, compact dense crown, dark color, disease
resistance, and leaf texture.
Guarantee:
Marathon II 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, 3/4 to 1 1/4 inch per week.
Winter, 1/4 to 3/4 inch per week.
Texture:
Leaf width ranges from 1/16 to 3/16 inch
mixed. Within the range, leaves tend to
average narrower in winter and wider in
summer.
Density:
Approx. 60 tillers per 1 1/2 inch diameter core.
Height:
Summer, 3/4 to 1 1/4 inch per week.
Winter, 1/4 to 3/4 inch per week
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 II®
Species:
Dwarf Tall Fescue
Festuca Arundinacea
Varieties:
Encore
Description:
Marathon II is our most advanced dwarf tall fescue. It retains the excellent durability of the species while
enhancing its beauty. Marathon II can be mowed shorter, has greater density, and slightly narrower leaves,
resulting in a more compact carpet-like appearance. The growth rate is somewhat slower, particularly in
winter. Marathon II contains Encore, which is a proprietary variety developed exclusively for Southland Sod
Farms and the Southern California market area. It is a second generation dwarf (sometimes termed ``double
dwarf"). Primary selection criteria were short mature growth, compact dense crown, dark color, disease
resistance, and leaf texture.
Guarantee:
Marathon II 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, 3/4 to 1 1/4 inch per week.
Winter, 1/4 to 3/4 inch per week.
Texture:
Leaf width ranges from 1/16 to 3/16 inch
mixed. Within the range, leaves tend to
average narrower in winter and wider in
summer.
Density:
Approx. 60 tillers per 1 1/2 inch diameter core.
Height:
Summer, 3/4 to 1 1/4 inch per week.
Winter, 1/4 to 3/4 inch per week
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.
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