Instant Turf Mornington Peninsula
StrathAyr are the trusted turf suppliers Mornington Peninsula home and business owners can rely on for prompt delivery of high-quality turf, direct from our turf farm to your front garden.
Fresh Turf at Affordable Prices
If you’re after quality turf Mornington Peninsula-wide with competitive pricing, you’ve come to the right place. From Somerville to Sorrento and everywhere in between on the Peninsula, StrathAyr supplies instant lawn spanning a range of highly prized turf varieties. With an in-depth knowledge of turf grass and Mornington Peninsula conditions, our experts can help you choose the right lawn turf to suit you. Whether you’re upgrading your outdoor space, sourcing a reliable instant turf supply, or managing grounds for a school or sports club, we deliver the best quality turf products backed by expert service, industry certifications, and 10-year warranties.
For the best prices on new lawn turf, call our team on 1800 622 455 today.
We Deliver Victoria-wide
Order online for fast delivery. SMS delivery date advice on all orders.
Warranty Support
With 50+ years turf industry experience and 10-year warranties on all our premium turf products, you can count on reliable post-sales support.
Grown for Local Conditions
All turf is from our turf farm in the Goulburn Valley, priming it to perform under tough Victorian conditions.
Exceptional Customer Service
From your first enquiry to well after you lay your new turf, we’re here to help in any way we can.
Fully Certified
As a Lawn Solutions Australia member and AusGAP-certified grower, we supply genuine turf products backed by strict quality standards.
Get the most wear and drought-tolerant lawn around. TifTuf Bermuda boasts beautiful visual appeal thanks to its fine leaf blade, deep green colour and dense growth.
RTF Tall Fescue lawn is a cool-season turf offering excellent shade tolerance, lush broadleaf texture and strong drought recovery thanks to its self-repairing root system.
Australia’s favourite buffalo grass, Sir Walter DNA-Certified, is soft underfoot and low maintenance. It has excellent year-round performance regardless of weather conditions.
This is a fast-establishing and vibrant lawn turf with high self-repairing ability. Eureka Premium VG Kikuyu is perfect for high-traffic family backyards and sports use with full sun.
A premium fine-bladed Zoysia grass that can create a ‘green oasis’ aesthetic. Sir Grange Zoysia also boasts low water and nutrient needs, plus high shade tolerance once established.
A sun-hardy fine-leaf turf suited to wide, open spaces. Nullarbor Couch has dense growth and a self-repairing nature, making it a solid option for areas with regular wear and plenty of room to spread out.
Choosing the Best Turf for your Patch of the Mornington Peninsula
Before settling on a turf type for your yard or other outdoor site, ask yourself the following questions:
- How many hours of full sun does the site get per day?
- How much lawn maintenance are you happy to do?
- How will the lawn be used (more of a ‘display item’ or backyard footy/pet play arena)?
Determining these general parameters relating to shade and wear tolerance and levels of care required will help you shortlist options. Our handy turf selector tool can help with the hard work.
Your Perfect Mornington Peninsula Turf Lawn in 3 Easy Steps
Step 1. Pick Your Turf
Choose your ideal turf variety based on your site’s attributes and your desired features.
Step 3. Order Your Lawn
Shop online or call our helpful team on 1800 622 455 to complete your instant turf order.
Considering Soil Type Throughout the Peninsula
The Mornington Peninsula spans a wide variety of soil conditions, from sandy coastlines to loamy inland pockets and heavier clay areas in drainage lines and valleys.
Sandy soils
Found in areas such as Rye, Blairgowrie, Sorrento and Capel Sound, sandy soils drain fast but struggle to retain moisture and nutrients. Improve performance with organic matter at installation.
Recommended varieties:
- TifTuf Bermuda – Perfect for sandy conditions, offering best-in-class drought tolerance and wear recovery.
- Sir Grange Zoysia – Performs beautifully in well-drained sand, delivering a premium finish with minimal upkeep.
- Sir Walter Buffalo – Thrives in sandy soil with part shade tolerance and broad appeal for home lawns.
Loam Soils
Areas such as Red Hill, Main Ridge and parts of Mount Eliza near the suburbs in the south of Melbourne feature rich, balanced loam, which is ideal for turf. These soils drain well, retain nutrients, and can support most turf types without modification.
All turf varieties perform well in loam, so simply choose the right match based on sun, usage and look.
Clay soils
Common in areas like Bittern, Merricks, and Flinders, clay soils are slow-draining and compact easily, especially when wet. Aeration and soil conditioning (like gypsum or sand blending) are essential for turf success.
Recommended varieties:
- RTF Tall Fescue – Excellent for cooler, heavier soils with good shade tolerance and deep roots.
- Sir Walter Buffalo – A proven performer on treated clay, with dense coverage and low-maintenance needs.
- TifTuf Bermuda – TifTuf will thrive on clay if properly prepared, offering exceptional durability and recovery.
Not Sure What Type of Soil You Have?
Try the simple ribbon test. Grab a handful of soil from your yard (it’s good to do this after you’ve removed some of the existing lawn grass on the surface), moisten it slightly, roll it into a ball, then gently press it between your fingers to form a ribbon.
- Long, smooth ribbon? You likely have clay soil.
- Short, gritty ribbon (15–25 mm)? That’s probably sandy loam.
- Crumbly, no ribbon? You’re likely working with sandier soil.
This quick check can help guide your turf selection and prep methods – or chat with our team if you’re still unsure.
Instant Turf Mornington Peninsula FAQs
What are typical lead times for turf orders to the Mornington Peninsula?
Orders placed before 9:30 am can be delivered the next day, subject to availability. Delivery schedules depend on truck availability and busy periods like Christmas and long weekends. To secure your preferred delivery date, we recommend placing your order well in advance.
Can you recommend a low-maintenance option that suits local conditions?
Sir Walter Buffalo is a fantastic choice for the Mornington Peninsula. It thrives across various soil types found in the region, copes well with part-shade conditions, and needs minimal upkeep. This makes it an ideal solution for local homeowners seeking both beauty and low maintenance.
What about the synthetic turf option?
We do not offer synthetic turf. While it might seem like a convenient choice, artificial grass comes with higher upfront costs, retains heat on warm days, and doesn’t provide the natural benefits of real grass, such as cooling the environment and producing oxygen.
