Sunlight through the day
Look at shade from buildings, fences and trees at different times rather than judging the lawn from one bright moment.
Broad-leaf natural turf
Buffalo turf installation for Sydney lawns
Buffalo is a broad-leaf option often considered for family lawns that receive a mix of sun and partial shade.
Buffalo at a glance
Could Buffalo suit your lawn?
Buffalo may be worth considering if you like a broad, softer leaf and your lawn receives a mix of sun and partial shade. We still need to look at the actual light, soil, family use and watering before recommending it.
Why homeowners consider Buffalo
- Broad leaves with a softer feel underfoot
- Often worth considering where the lawn receives both sun and partial shade
- May suit family and pet use where the growing conditions are right
What to think about first
- The amount and pattern of sunlight still need to be checked
- Watering needs change with the weather, exposure and soil
- The available Buffalo product is confirmed with the quote
The photos show the general appearance of Buffalo turf. The available product is confirmed with your quote.
Choosing for your yard
Four things to consider before choosing Buffalo
The turf needs to suit the whole lawn as well as the way your household will use and care for it.
Children, pets and foot traffic
Think about where people and pets will regularly cross, play or gather on the lawn.
The look you prefer
Make sure the broad leaf and regular mowing and edging suit the finish you want around the home.
The first few weeks
The full lawn must be watered and protected while the roots begin growing into the soil.
Preparing for Buffalo turf
The ground underneath still matters
Buffalo turf still needs even contact with properly prepared soil. We look at what needs to be removed, improve the ground where required and make sure the lawn will meet nearby paths and garden edges neatly.
The ground is prepared before delivery so the fresh turf can be laid, rolled and watered without delay. Major drainage, irrigation or retaining work may need to be handled separately.
Helpful next steps
Compare the turf, the installation and the early care
See how Buffalo differs from the other options and what happens before and after the turf is laid.
Compare all turf types
Review Buffalo beside Kikuyu, Couch, TifTuf and Zoysia.
Compare turf typesComplete turf installation
See how we clear and prepare the yard, lay the turf and explain the first few weeks.
View installationNew-turf aftercare
Learn how to water and protect your new lawn while the roots settle in.
Read the guideBuffalo turf questions
Helpful answers before choosing Buffalo
Is Buffalo always the best turf for a shaded Sydney lawn?
No. Buffalo is often considered for partial shade, but every lawn still needs enough light and suitable growing conditions. Airflow, moisture, soil and foot traffic also matter.
Which Buffalo cultivar does Sydney Turfing install?
Available Buffalo products can change. We consider your lawn first, then confirm the suitable available option with your quote.
Can Buffalo be laid over an existing lawn?
No. New turf needs close, even contact with prepared soil. We first work out what needs to be removed and how the ground should be improved.
Does Buffalo need watering after installation?
Yes. All newly laid turf needs regular watering at the beginning. The weather, soil, sunlight and current water rules affect how you should approach it, so we explain what to check for your lawn.
Considering Buffalo turf?
See whether Buffalo suits your lawn
Tell us about the sunlight, family use and look you prefer, and share a few photos of the yard.