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Sir Walter Buffalo
$18.00
/ m² incl GST
+ delivery from $130
Part Shade Suitable + 70% Shade Very Low Water Pet & Kid Safe Soft Underfoot Self-Repairing In Stock
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About Sir Walter Buffalo
Sir Walter is Australia’s most popular soft-leaf buffalo and a brilliant all-rounder for Perth backyards. It handles full sun through to part shade, stays soft underfoot for kids and pets, and is hard-wearing and water-wise once established. A genuine, weed-free choice that copes with Perth’s sandy soils and hot summers.
Quick Specs — Sir Walter Buffalo
Price$18 / m²
Blade widthBroad
SunPart Shade Suitable
Shade toleranceUp to 70%
Water ratingVery Low
Wear toleranceHigh
SoftnessHigh
Growth rateModerate
Mow frequency2–3 weeks
Fertilise2× per year
MaintenanceLow
Best forPopular Perth family lawns
Delivery from$130
AvailabilityIn Stock
Perth-specific care
Sir Walter Buffalo Lawn Care — Perth Basics
Guidance specific to Perth’s climate, water restrictions and sandy soils — not a generic Eastern-states guide.
Watering
Deep and less frequent. Perth summer: ~2× per week, early morning under retic.
Mowing
Every 2–3 weeks in summer. Never remove more than a third of the leaf.
Fertilising
2× per year — early spring and autumn with an NPK blend. Shop fertiliser →
Watch for
Army worm (Feb–Apr) and dry patch on sandy soils. A wetting agent helps water penetrate. Lawn advice →
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Recommended for establishment in Perth’s sandy soils.
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Sir Walter Buffalo — Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Sir Walter Buffalo cost in Perth?
Sir Walter Buffalo is $18/m² from The TurfMan Perth. Delivery is additional from $130 depending on your suburb — get an instant estimate with the calculator above.
How long does Sir Walter Buffalo take to establish in Perth?
In Perth’s warm months it typically roots down in 3–6 weeks; laid in autumn/winter, allow 6–10 weeks. Good prep and watering-in are the keys.
Can I lay it myself?
Yes — we cut to order and deliver rolls for DIY laying, or we can supply and install. Either way we include a Perth watering-in guide.