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Lush Zoysia Australis turf from Twin View Turf showing dense green grass with fine blades and healthy growth.

Lush Zoysia Australis turf from Twin View Turf, showing vibrant green grass blades ideal for lawns and landscaping.

Lush green Zoysia Australis turf from Twin View Turf showing dense, healthy grass blades ideal for lawns and landscaping.

Zoysia Australis Turf

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SKU: TZA

This is a special order product, which means we'll order it in for you. This may affect pick-up or delivery times, but our team will keep you informed every step of the way.

Regular price $16.90 inc. GST

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Please note that deliveries to postcode 4178 (Fishermans Island) may incur additional toll fees.

Bulk Order Delivery: Large quantities or multiple bulk products may incur additional delivery charges. We’ll contact you before applying any extra charges.

Frequently Asked Questions

Zoysia Australis requires 4 + hours of direct sunlight and thrives in full-sun environments.

Established Zoysia Australis can survive in semi-shaded environments with up to 70% shade coverage. Its shade-tolerant qualities are the result of selective cross-breeding, making it one of the more adaptable Zoysia varieties available.

Like all Zoysia varieties, Zoysia Australis has been developed to be highly drought tolerant, requiring very little water to survive throughout the seasons. During Summer, watering every 1–2 weeks is usually enough to keep your lawn looking green and healthy. Throughout the cooler seasons, natural rainfall is often sufficient unless you notice the leaves curling inward, which is a sign that your lawn needs watering.

During Summer, mowing every 1–2 weeks is recommended to help control thatch and keep your lawn looking neat. Throughout the cooler seasons, mowing can usually be reduced to once a month.

Yes, Zoysia Australis is considered one of the lowest-maintenance turf varieties available. Its slow-growing nature means less mowing is required, while its excellent drought tolerance reduces the need for frequent watering.

Zoysia Australis is a hardy, versatile and beautifully toned blue/green zoysia grass designed to thrive in Australian conditions. With its soft medium leaf, strong rhizome structure and impressive shade tolerance, this new variety is an ideal solution for busy families, pets and a wide range of landscape applications. Zoysia Australis performs in full sun through to medium shade and maintains outstanding colour and density across the seasons.

Whether you want a low-maintenance lawn, a turf that handles wear, or something that thrives where other varieties struggle, Zoysia Australis offers a standout option backed by world-leading research and Australian trials.

Features & Benefits

Shade & Sun Performance: Zoysia Australis performs well in full sun to medium shade, requiring a minimum of 4 hours of direct sunlight per day and handling up to 70–75% shade. This makes it a strong choice for yards with trees, buildings or filtered light.

Hardy & Wear-Tolerant: With medium-to-good wear tolerance, Zoysia Australis stands up to active families and pets. Its strong rhizome growth and deep root system help it recover effectively from regular use.

Low Maintenance: This variety has low mowing requirements and can be cut as low as 10mm or even left unmown for a natural, soft-textured look. It is also highly disease resistant and performs well in free-draining soils.

Fast to Establish: Independent testing by STRI (Sports Turf Research Institute) shows Zoysia Australis was one of the fastest-establishing cultivars, reaching 95% establishment within the first 12 months.

Technical Overview

Drought Resistance: Medium
Shade Tolerance: Up to 75%
Wear: Medium
Maintenance: Low
Leaf Type: Medium
Slab Size: 1.2m x 600mm (0.72m²)

ORDERING: Note that we don't keep stock on hand - our turf is cut fresh. If you want to order this variety of turf, it must be ordered...

By 12 pm on Thursday for collection from our yard on a Friday or Saturday.

With at least 24 hours notice for a delivery between Mon-Sat.

The above timings change depending on turf variety so please check the ordering deadlines if you decide another turf variety is more suitable.

Important Delivery Information

Orders over 20m² are delivered directly from our turf farm. As a result, delivery charges may differ from the rates shown at checkout. Our team will contact you to confirm the correct delivery fee before processing your order.

Direct Drop Fee: $165.00 inc. GST – available for drop off from Monday to Saturday.

Your Warranty

Lawn Solutions Australia are committed to their products. Which is why at the time of purchase of your new lawn, they can provide a Product Warranty Certificate that guarantees your lawn for up to 10 years from the date of installation.