Skip to content
Get 3 Quotes

TURF VARIETY

Palmetto Buffalo

At home in every home

High Shade
Low Maintenance
Medium Drought
High Wear
$10–$17/m² Price

VARIETY FEATURES

What makes Palmetto Buffalo special?

High

Shade Tolerance

How well this variety performs in filtered or partial shade.

Low

Maintenance

Expected mowing, watering and general upkeep once established.

Medium

Drought Tolerance

Resilience during dry spells once the lawn is established.

High

Wear Resistance

Suitability for family play, pets and everyday foot traffic.

From $10 – $17 / m²

Price Guide

Typical installed price range. Final quotes vary by area and supplier.

Home ready

Family & Pets

Chosen by Australian homes for soft feel underfoot and everyday living.

COMPARE

Compare with other varieties

Palmetto Buffalo
  • ShadeHigh
  • MaintenanceLow
  • DroughtMedium
  • WearHigh
  • Price$10–$17/m²
Get 3 Quotes
Augusta Zoysia
  • ShadeHigh
  • MaintenanceVery Low
  • DroughtVery High
  • WearHigh
  • Price$23–$27/m²
View this variety
Empire Zoysia
  • ShadeMedium
  • MaintenanceVery Low
  • DroughtVery High
  • WearHigh
  • Price$11–$18/m²
View this variety

Open full comparison tool

LOCAL GROWERS

Find local growers stocking Palmetto Buffalo

NEXT STEP

Get quotes for Palmetto Buffalo

Tell us your postcode and lawn size — local certified growers will respond with personalised quotes.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Palmetto Buffalo good for shaded lawns?

Palmetto Buffalo has a shade rating of High. Enter your postcode when requesting quotes so local growers can confirm suitability for your site.

How much does Palmetto Buffalo cost?

Palmetto Buffalo is typically priced around From $10 – $17 / m², depending on quantity, delivery and installation options.

How soon can turf be delivered?

Lead times vary by grower and season. Most certified suppliers cut turf to order and can advise a realistic install window in your quote.

Do I need site preparation before laying?

Yes — soil prep makes a big difference to establishment. Many growers offer delivery only, deliver & lay, or full prep & lay packages.

Can I compare this with other varieties?

Use the comparison section on this page, or visit the full Compare Turf Varieties tool to review traits side by side.

ABOUT THIS VARIETY

About Palmetto Buffalo turf

  • High shade tolerance
  • Medium drought tolerance
  • Low maintenance – less mowing, fertiliser and water
  • High wear tolerance
  • Excellent winter-green colour
  • Broad leaf and soft to touch and underfoot
  • Produces low seed head (common irritant to people with allergies)

Palmetto Buffalo turf requires less watering and maintenance than other Buffalo varieties and only needs fertilising once or twice a year. With an excellent green colour throughout the year, including autumn and winter in most regions, and its ability to outcompete weeds, this Soft Leaf Buffalo is an ideal family lawn choice. It is well-suited for most parts of Australia including much of Queensland, New South Wales, ACT, Victoria, South Australia and Western Australia.

Ensure You’re Buying Genuine

myhomeTURF’s Certificate of Authenticity provides you with the confidence and satisfaction that you have bought the genuine variety from our licenced farmers. Don’t forget to ask for your own certificate when you have purchased your new lawn – and enjoy!

If you want to learn more about Palmetto Buffalo’s key features, planting times and maintenance requirements, head over to our Palmetto Buffalo Turf Review.