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TURF VARIETY

Prestige Buffalo

The ultimate and next generation Buffalo.

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

VARIETY FEATURES

What makes Prestige 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

Prestige Buffalo
  • ShadeHigh
  • MaintenanceLow
  • DroughtMedium
  • WearHigh
  • Price$10–$17/m²
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  • ShadeHigh
  • MaintenanceVery Low
  • DroughtVery High
  • WearHigh
  • Price$23–$27/m²
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  • ShadeMedium
  • MaintenanceVery Low
  • DroughtVery High
  • WearHigh
  • Price$11–$18/m²
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Prestige Buffalo good for shaded lawns?

Prestige 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 Prestige Buffalo cost?

Prestige 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 Prestige Buffalo turf

  • High shade tolerance
  • Medium drought tolerance
  • Low maintenance – less mowing, fertiliser and water
  • Low thatch
  • High wear tolerance and rapid recovery rate
  • Solid weed resistance due to dense growth
  • Darkest green all year-round
  • Superior winter colour
  • Broad leaf and soft to touch and underfoot
  • Produces little seed head (a common irritant for people with allergies)

Prestige Buffalo turf offers homeowners a beautiful, no-fuss lawn that maintains a deep, dark-green lush colour year-round. With its outstanding winter colour and its cold, drought and shade tolerance, it is easy to see why Prestige Buffalo is one of the most popular lawn types along the eastern seaboard of Australia.

Prestige Buffalo Turf is bred from the world’s most popular Buffalo – Palmetto – and delivers many of the same outstanding traits that make it advantageous for residential back and front yards.

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 Prestige Buffalo’s key features, planting times and maintenance requirements, head over to our Prestige Buffalo Turf Review.