Midnight Dark Rye Lawn Seed (MDR) 1kg

NZLA Midnight Dark Ryegrass (MDR)

NZLA Midnight Dark Rye (MDR) is one of the darkest perennial ryegrass cultivars available in New Zealand. With its deep green colour, fine leaf texture, and exceptional turf density, it’s the perfect choice for anyone after a premium, professional-looking lawn. MDR performs exceptionally well on home lawns, golf courses, and sports fields, delivering consistent results under pressure.

Used in leading stadiums across Australia and the US, Midnight Dark Ryegrass handles heavy traffic and demanding conditions with ease. It thrives in humid climates, resists common summer turf diseases, and can be mown down to 15 mm without losing colour or quality.

Why Choose Midnight Dark Ryegrass in NZ?

• Striking dark colour – richer and deeper than standard ryegrass.
• High density – creates a thick, carpet-like appearance.
• Excellent disease tolerance – performs well in heat and humidity.
• Proven performance – trusted by professional turf managers worldwide.

Sowing Guidelines

• New lawns: 3–5 kg per 100 m²
• Oversowing: 2.5–3.5 kg per 100 m²

For the richest tone, oversow MDR onto NZLA Dark Rye. Avoid mixing it with standard ryegrass, as the colour contrast is easily noticeable.

Lawn Care and Maintenance

NZLA Midnight Dark Ryegrass is designed for lawn enthusiasts who want professional, showcase-quality turf. Its dark tone makes weeds and foreign grasses easy to spot, but regular maintenance is essential to keep the colour uniform.

Use pre-emergent and post-emergent herbicides to maintain a clean, consistent lawn:

Recommended products for MDR lawns in NZ:

• NZLA Etho – controls invasive grasses like Poa and Summer Grass.
• NZLA Meso – targets a wide range of broadleaf weeds.
• Triumph Gold – an effective all-rounder for common lawn weeds.

Apply Etho and Meso at seeding as pre-emergent control, or later as post-emergent once the turf is four weeks old and has been mown at least twice.

Perfect for Lawn Addicts

We’ve searched for years to source one of the darkest ryegrass cultivars available to the New Zealand market. The result is NZLA Midnight Dark Ryegrass (MDR) – a bold, lush lawn that stands out from the rest.

If you’re serious about lawn care and want a deep, luxurious finish, MDR will deliver unmatched colour, density, and performance.