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Your sustainable, sand-based school turf solution
Looking for a sustainable grass variety that enhances the look and functionality of any school or university? At Lilydale Instant Lawn, we supply and install a range of sand-based, real grass types for every educational institution.
With our years of experience in the business, you can count on us to provide you with low-maintenance school turf that flourishes all year round.
- Victoria-grown sand-based and washed grass
- Delivery to site, across most of Victoria
- AusGAP-accredited commercial turf specialists
- Decades of experience in large-scale supply
Get in touch for our school and university turf solutions
We can provide more information and quotes for your project.
Find a turf variety to match your specs
When it comes to installing real turf in schools and universities, it’s no secret that you’ll want a variety that is sustainable and sturdy. At Lilydale Instant Lawn, we stock various grass types that are designed to handle heavy foot traffic
TifTuf Bermuda in Melbourne — TifTuf is resistant to high-traffic use, rapidly repairs itself and is easy to maintain year-round.
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Salinity
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Close Mowing
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Nutrient Requirement
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Frost
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Shade
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Wet Soil
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High Temperature
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Wear Tolerance
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Drought Tolerance
Developed specifically for the Victorian climate, our Eureka Premium turf is an excellent choice for any medium or high-traffic lawn areas.
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Salinity
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Close Mowing
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Maintenance
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Nutrient Requirement
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Frost
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Shade
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Wet Soil
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High Temperature
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Wear Tolerance
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Drought Tolerance
Buy Genuine Sir Walter Buffalo Turf in Melbourne, ideal for Victorian Conditions
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Salinity
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Close Mowing
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Maintenance
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Nutrient Requirement
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Frost
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Shade
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Wet Soil
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High Temperature
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Wear Tolerance
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Drought Tolerance
Guarantee your peace of mind with our REAL commitment
We believe that we are in a unique position to offer a service and quality far superior to other instant turf suppliers. We grow our sports turf on certified sand in East Gippsland ensuring that we meet any sand based turf requirements. Our unique offering referred to as a REAL commitment, is your exclusive experience with us here at Lilydale Instant Lawn.
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Reserved
The moment your order is placed, we reserve a plot at our East Gippsland estate to fulfil your specific order.
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Extra 20%
We grow an extra 20% of your preferred turf, for free, to guarantee there is no chance we can’t supply your order.
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Agreed
We'll gladly meet any additional requests you have before delivery. We can mow your grass to a set height or add specific fertilisers.
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Longitude/Latitude
We will give you the specific GPS coordinates of your plot so you can see your turf. Not your chosen type — your exact turf.
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Operating since 1985
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1,000,000m2 plus harvested annually
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240+ hectares of irrigated land
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Outstanding Consistent Quality
Benefits of real vs artificial turf for school lawns
Choosing between real and artificial turf for school lawns involves considering various factors, each with its own set of benefits.
Real turf provides a natural and aesthetically pleasing environment, fostering a connection with nature that can positively impact students' well-being. It supports biodiversity, absorbs carbon dioxide, and contributes to a healthier ecosystem.
Moreover, real turf is cooler than artificial alternatives, creating a more comfortable outdoor space.It is also a far more sustainable option, better allowing your educational facility to meet its sustainability goals.
Sustainable, low-maintenance grass for your university lawn
While synthetic turf commonly requires less maintenance, we offer a range of grass types that offer the same low-maintenance benefits combined with the lush characteristics of real, sand-based grass.
This eco-conscious approach not only aligns with the principles of responsible land management but also ensures that your university lawn remains looking its best without compromising sustainability.
Get the most value for your next project
Explore our exclusive Walter DNA Certified Buffalo harvesting technique, known as QWELTS, for your upcoming project. Wondering what QWELTS is all about? Learn more about the advantages of incorporating QWELTS into your project, including a reduced risk of immediate lawn loss and decreased watering needs during establishment. Continue reading for additional details on the benefits:
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Quick establishing
Rapidly takes root, ensuring swift ground coverage.
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Water saving
Requires minimal irrigation, conserving valuable resources.
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Easy to lay
Fast and easy installation, perfect for DIY enthusiasts.
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Long-lasting
Durable and resilient, withstanding various weather conditions.
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Thick-cut
Robust and plush, offering a luxurious underfoot feel.
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Slabs
Conveniently pre-cut, simplifying layout and design.
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Melbourne’s best turf, guaranteed
A bold claim? Sure. But we can prove it. All of our natural turf is grown by us right here in Victoria.
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Reliable delivery
Our in-house truck and forklift team will deliver your turf not only to your site, but to the exact spot it’ll be laid.
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Time-saving harvesting techniques
We can harvest your turf in slabs or rolls to your measurement specs so that they establish quickly with unobtrusive seams.
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Maxwell Greenway | Director | DGM Turf Pty Ltd
DGM Turf recently completed the prepare, supply & install project at the Albert Park post race event. Lilydale Instant Lawn were very professional to deal with from initial order through to consultation.
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Shannon Raftery | Director | SCR Landscapes
We had the pleasure working with Lilydale Instant lawn on this project at Hubert’s Estate. Installing over 10,000 m of premium TifTuf turf. They were professional in all aspects of the project from time frames, quality, installation and follow consultatio
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Darren Martin | Director | DM Pro Turf
DM Proturf recently completed the installation and grow in of a TifTuf Bermuda Hockey Field in Bairnsdale. The 8,000m was on an exceptionally good sand base, was cylinder mown at 18 mm as requested and was delivered over three days allowing a very efficie
Meet our expert Team
Steve Cole - General Manager
Steve Cole - General Manager
Steve has 38 years of experience working in turf production and project management as well as Golf Course maintenance, major stadium surface construction, racetrack construction and turf farm development. Steve is trade certified and has a Associate Diploma of Applied Science - Turf Management.
Steve will help you through all stages of the project to make sure you are satisfied.
Garry Lusk - Managing Director
Garry Lusk - Managing Director
With almost 40 years’ experience in the turf industry, Lilydale Instant Lawn has gone from strength to strength with Garry at the helm as Managing Director.
As dual founder of the business Garry has taken Lilydale Instant Lawn from humble beginnings on a small rural property, to where it is now one of Victoria’s leading turf suppliers.
Consisting of over 50 employees with in excess of 600 acres of turf farms, including the Yarra Glen Head office, two Pakenham farms and a large scale sand based farm in Bairnsdale.
Garry’s innovation within the turf industry includes being one of the first producers of Tall Fescue, introducing Sir Walter Buffalo to the Victorian market, and acting as an integral part in the development of Tiftuf Bermuda in Australia.
Denise Lusk – OHS Manager
Denise Lusk – OHS Manager
Denise has over 30 years’ experience in OHS and Management at Lilydale Instant Lawn. Denise and her team are committed to providing a safe and heathy workplace for our employees, contractors, clients and visitors. We take proactive measures in identifying and controlling hazards by putting in place comprehensive systems, policies & training to support our team and our customers.
Our clients can be reassured that Lilydale Instant Lawn has a steadfast focus on providing a safe workplace, complying with all OHS & Chain Of Responsibility Laws.
Ty Mason - Farm Manager Bairnsdale
Ty Mason - Farm Manager Bairnsdale
Ty has 18 years of turf management experience including contracting, project management and sports field construction. He spent over 10 years maintaining a world class turf surface at the MCG. Ty will ensure your turf is grown to the highest standard and meets all your expectations prior to it arriving at your project.
