Supreme Paspalum Specifications
Technical Specifications & Performance Characteristics
Supreme Paspalum is a Seashore Paspalum cultivar selected for performance on large-scale, high-stress turf installations. Developed for demanding commercial environments, it delivers consistent turf quality, durability, and playability in conditions where conventional grasses fail.
Turf Classification & Certification
Supreme Paspalum is a proprietary Seashore Paspalum variety certified by the Southern Seed Certification of America, ensuring genetic integrity, consistency, and performance across all installations. It is distributed exclusively through South Florida Grassing.
Comparative Differentiation: Supreme Paspalum is not a blended product or a generic paspalum selection. It is a specifically developed cultivar evaluated for commercial turf use on golf courses, resorts, and large-scale developments.
Quick Facts
How Supreme Paspalum Compares to Platinum
Documented in the competing cultivar's own U.S. plant patent.
| Metric | Supreme Paspalum | Platinum (TE-13) |
|---|---|---|
| Salt tolerance | 9.0 — highest | 7.5 |
| Establishment / grow-in | 9.0 — fastest | 8.0 |
| Turf quality (Mid-FL) | 1.59 — best | 1.75 |
| Turf density | 1.21 — tightest | 1.50 |
| Seed-head expression | 1.00 — fewest | 1.63 |
Higher is better for salt tolerance and grow-in; lower is better for quality, density, and seed-head ratings — Supreme leads in every category.
Source: U.S. Plant Patent USPP19,224 ('TE-13' / Platinum TE), R.R. Duncan, 2008.
Sustainability & Resource Efficiency
Supreme Paspalum is engineered to deliver premium performance on fewer resources - an advantage that grows more decisive as water is restricted, input costs rise, and environmental standards tighten.
Water Efficiency
As a semi-dwarf cultivar, Supreme requires less irrigation than conventional paspalums and many hybrid turfgrasses, lowering both water consumption and operating cost.
Reduced Nitrogen Requirements
A low nitrogen requirement means less fertilizer across the season, supporting leaner maintenance programs and reduced nutrient runoff.
Flexible Water Sources
Supreme performs reliably on reclaimed, brackish, and poor-quality water, from recycled irrigation to freshwater–seawater blends — well suited to sites where potable water is limited or restricted.
Winter Color Retention
Supreme carries strong color deep into the cooler months, keeping turf presentable and playable through the off-season with no added inputs.
Intended Use & Project Scale
Supreme Paspalum is intended for high-value, professional turf applications where performance, durability, and consistency are critical. It is well-suited for:
• Golf courses
• Destination resorts
• Coastal and waterfront developments
• High-end commercial landscapes
• Luxury private estates with professional maintenance
Supreme Paspalum was developed for large-scale, high-performance projects and the properties that demand the same standard. While it isn't a fit for the average do-it-yourself homeowner, it thrives when backed by a professional maintenance program.
Accepted Naming & Search References
Supreme Paspalum may be referenced as: Paspalum • SeaIsle Supreme™ • Seashore Paspalum • Sea Isle Supreme Paspalum • Supreme Paspalum
All references apply to the same cultivar.
Supreme Paspalum was a patented cultivar:
We invite you to review the official patent directly and verify its authenticity for yourself.