Kurapia

2015 UC Davis and UC ANR released a 2 year joint study, which recommends that once Kurapia established, Kurapia can be irrigated at 20% of ETo by the drip irrigation. 2012 UC Riverside's Under Extreme Deficit Irrigation Study shows that Kurapia outperformed other turfgrasses in survivability and appearance at 40% of ETo by sprinkler irrigation. Kur... apia is a low-growing, compact perennial and its height can be maintained by mowing, which would make it a suitable turfgrass alternative. Kurapia establishes quickly and its prostrate growth habit reduces the need for pruning. Kurapia grows well in both low and high pH soils and also tolerates soils containing high salt concentration. Kurapia was quick to establish when irrigated with 2 and 3 ds/m, and was also the best performer with irrigation water with an EC of 7 ds/m. Kurapia has a rapid growth rate and establishes itself quickly. Its resilience allows it to recover from drought stress and mechanical damage. Kurapia has an extensive root system and depending on the soil type, can reach a depth of 1 meter. This root system can be beneficial in reducing soil erosion and water runoff. Kurapia has thick, dense growth that suppresses weeds and reduces the need for weeding. Kurapia establishes quickly and its prostrate growth habit reduces the need for pruning and mowing. Kurapia has a long bloom period and its flowers are attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.Read More