Welcome to Manley Sod
We are a grower and supplier of many brands. There is a brief description of our brands available listed below.
Several of our brands may be available Certified or Registered. Please call for details regarding your project and specifications necessary.
Empire Zoysia
Dark Green Color ~ Consistent Quality ~ Softer Texture
Needs Less Water ~ More Durable ~ Chinch Bug Resistent
May Qualify for "Green Credits"
Uses: Home Lawns - Commercial Landscapes - Parks & Rec - Golf Courses - Sports Fields
EMPIRE Turf is a Zoysia grass that elevates the standards and expectations of homeowners for their lawns. EMPIRE Zoysia combines soft-to-the-touch feel with lush green color and fine, tight blade growth. Visually, EMPIRE is a very attractive turfgrass for residential landscapes. Homeowners also appreciate its maintenance advantages. This turfgrass accommodates a variety of activities without suffering extensive wear and tear.
You might not expect turfgrass this soft to be this strong. EMPIRE Turf is as hardy as it is attractive, and has a deep, thick root structure. It is more drought tolerant than most varieties of zoysia grass, once established. In addition, slower vertical growth, plus natural chinch bug and chemical resistances, mean your lawn will require less maintenance, mowing and water than with other types of warm season grass. In some instances, once naturalized to the local climate, EMPIRE Zoysia requires minimal irrigation.
These reduced maintenance needs and durability are EMPIRE's hallmarks. EMPIRE Zoysia was originally developed in Brazil, and thrives in harsh tropical climates, yet also exhibits excellent cold hardiness. EMPIRE Turf is one of the few grasses rated to perform well in all zones; and it can thrive in varying soils and climatic conditions.
Durable enough for professional use, EMPIRE is also a favorite of golf courses, theme parks, master planned communities, office complexes and other commercial areas.