GCI Turf Alpha Elite Bermuda Grass Seed
GCI Turf Alpha Elite Bermuda Grass Seed
GCI Turf Alpha Elite Bermuda Grass Seed
GCI Turf Alpha Elite Bermuda Grass Seed

GCI Turf Alpha Elite Bermuda Grass Seed

$289.95
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🌱 GCI Turf Alpha Elite Bermuda Grass Seed

Elite Athletic-Quality Turf — Engineered for Home Lawns

⚠️ Important Notice: Bermuda grass is extremely aggressive and difficult to remove once established. Please be 100% sure you want Bermuda before planting.

GCI Turf Alpha Elite Bermuda Grass Seed is a premium, athletic-field–quality blend developed specifically for homeowners who want a dense, durable, low-cut lawn with professional-level performance. This carefully selected 3-way blend delivers exceptional color, disease resistance, and turf density—perfect for full-sun lawns in warm climates.

Whether you're renovating an existing lawn or starting fresh, Alpha Elite gives you the tools to build a thick, resilient Bermuda lawn that stands up to heat, traffic, and frequent mowing.

✅ Above-the-Fold: Why Alpha Elite Wins

  • ✔️ Athletic-Field Quality Genetics

  • ✔️ 3-Way Elite Bermuda Blend for Density & Color

  • ✔️ 0% Weed Seed • 0% Other Crop

  • ✔️ Coated Seed for Improved Germination

  • ✔️ Thrives in Full Sun & Heat

  • ✔️ Mows Low for Golf-Course–Style Finish

  • ✔️ Excellent Wear & Traffic Tolerance

  • ✔️ Backed by NTEP-Tested Varieties

🌞 Key Characteristics

  • Sun Requirement: Full sun (8+ hours daily)

  • Climate: Warm-season turfgrass

  • Growth Habit: Spreading (stolons & rhizomes)

  • Mowing Height: Low-cut capable

  • Winter Color: Dormant (brown)

  • Spring Green-Up: Late spring

  • Traffic Tolerance: High

Alpha Elite is ideal for homeowners who want a professional-looking lawn with superior durability and year-round performance.

🌿 What’s Inside the Bag?

GCI Turf Alpha Elite is a 3-way blend of elite Bermuda cultivars selected for performance, consistency, and long-term reliability.

Included Varieties

MONACO

  • Synthetic variety from five clonal parent lines

  • Syn-1 generation ensures genetic integrity

  • Consistent performance year after year

MAYA

  • Exceptional turf color

  • Strong disease resistance

  • Improved leaf texture

BLACKJACK

  • Dense, dark-green turf

  • Fine-bladed growth

  • Excellent cold tolerance

Quality Standards

  • ✅ 0% Weed Seed

  • ✅ 0% Other Crop

  • ✅ NTEP-Tested Varieties

  • ✅ Professionally Coated Seed

💪 Why Choose GCI Turf Alpha Elite Bermuda?

Compared to Ordinary Bermuda Seed, Alpha Elite Delivers:

  • ✔️ Proven performance in national trials

  • ✔️ Better color uniformity

  • ✔️ Stronger disease resistance

  • ✔️ More consistent germination

  • ✔️ Higher turf density

  • ✔️ Longer-lasting lawn quality

We balance top-tier genetics with real-world affordability, giving you premium results without premium pricing.

📊 Comparison: GCI Alpha Elite vs. Box Store Seed

Feature GCI Alpha Elite Box Store Seed
Seed Quality Elite, NTEP-tested varieties Generic/common varieties
Weed Content 0% Often contains weed seed
Coating Professional-grade coating Basic or none
Density High Low–Moderate
Color Dark green Light/uneven
Disease Resistance Strong Limited
Traffic Tolerance High Low
Consistency Excellent Inconsistent
Support & Guides Included None

Result: Alpha Elite produces a thicker, healthier, more uniform lawn that lasts.

📏 Seeding Rates

Application Rate
Overseeding Existing Bermuda 1–2 lbs / 1,000 sq ft
Bare Ground Seeding 3–4 lbs / 1,000 sq ft

📅 When to Plant Bermuda Grass

Best Planting Window

  • Spring through Summer

Soil & Air Temps

  • Soil: 65°F+ consistently

  • Air: Around 80°F

Late Summer Planting

  • Finish at least 90 days before first frost

Avoid early spring planting before frost risk has passed.

💧 Germination & Watering

Bermuda seed requires consistent moisture to establish.

Watering Schedule

  • Light watering multiple times daily

  • Keep seedbed constantly moist

  • Avoid puddling or runoff

Germination Time

  • 14–30 days, depending on conditions

Proper watering is the #1 factor in successful establishment.

🌱 Seed Coating Explained (49.45% Seed / 50.55% Inert)

Alpha Elite Bermuda seed is professionally coated and dyed.

Benefits of Coating

  • Improves moisture retention

  • Enhances germination success

  • Makes seed visible during application

  • Promotes even coverage

This coating accounts for approximately 50% of the bag weight and is standard for high-quality Bermuda seed.

📚 Renovation & Lawn Care Guide Bonus

Planning a full renovation?
We highly recommend the GCI Turf Bermudagrass Renovation Guide.

Bonus Offer

  • Purchase Alpha Elite first

  • Receive a 50% OFF coupon inside your seed user guide

  • Applies to the Bermudagrass Lawn Care Guide

This guide walks you through the entire conversion process step-by-step.

🕒 Seed Shelf Life

  • Up to 2 years when stored properly

  • Keep in a cool, dry place

  • Avoid heat and humidity

⚠️ Overseeding Recommendation

❗ Do NOT overseed with ryegrass until Year Two of Bermuda establishment.

Allow your Bermuda to fully mature before introducing overseed.

🔁 Return Policy

Due to storage and handling requirements:

All grass seed sales are final.
We cannot accept returns once seed has left our possession, as moisture, heat, and sunlight exposure cannot be verified.

🌟 Summary: Build a Championship-Quality Lawn

GCI Turf Alpha Elite Bermuda Grass Seed gives you:

✔️ Elite genetics
✔️ Proven performance
✔️ Professional results
✔️ Long-term durability
✔️ Homeowner-friendly pricing

If you’re serious about building a dense, dark-green, low-cut Bermuda lawn, Alpha Elite is the foundation you can trust.

🧪 Starter Fertilizer Recommendation

Using a quality starter fertilizer at seeding dramatically improves establishment. Pairing GCI TTTF with a proper starter helps promote:

  • Faster rooting

  • Stronger seedlings

  • Thicker coverage


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