Kurapia

Watering Tips by Soil Type

1. Sandy Soil: Use short, frequent watering cycles to keep soil moist for Kurapia plugs until well-rooted.
2. Clay Soil: Water slowly with underground emitters or overhead sprays. Start with a light watering to soften the surface, then follow with a longer soak. Use a soil penetrant if needed.
3. Sandy Loam (Ideal Soil): Water efficiently for good drainage; roots can grow well without rotting.
4. Drip Tubing: Inline drip systems (e.g., Netafim) provide even water distribution; space emitters 12 inches apart, placing each plug below an emitter.

Special Situations

5. On Slopes: Align spray heads perpendicular to the slope for straight-down watering.
6. Near Concrete: Increase watering near concrete surfaces during summer to offset heat retention.

Maintenance

7. Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer bi-annually (liquid 10-10-10 or granular 16-16-16). Avoid over-fertilizing as it may cause excessive growth and water needs.
8. Water Management: Avoid overwatering; established Kurapia needs reduced water for deep root growth.
9. Top Dressing for Sandy Soil: Add a ¼-inch compost layer in spring for fertility retention.

Winterizing

10. Temperature Tolerance: Kurapia stays green above 45°F; growth slows below 38°F, potentially going dormant and dropping leaves. It can survive down to 14°F.
11. Winter Care: Do not water when temperatures are below freezing. Sand covering may help Kurapia survive harsher winters; resume watering and fertilizing as temperatures rise.

Kurapia Weed Management

• General Weed Prevention: Proper maintenance is key. Remove weeds before planting and water deeply but infrequently. Kurapia’s dense foliage helps block wind-borne weed seeds, though some weeds may still appear.
• Types of Weeds:
  • Broadleaf Weeds: Hand-remove or use tools like scuffle hoes. Mow tall weeds to prevent seeding. Pre-emergent (e.g., Barricade) can be used on established Kurapia to prevent weeds.
  • Herbicide Use: Spot-treat with herbicides like Bonide Ultra Weed Beater or Ortho Grass B Gon. Avoid spraying Kurapia directly.
  • Sedge Weeds: Distinguishable by their triangular stems. For control, use sprays containing Halosulfuron-methyl, such as Gowan Sedgehammer+.

Wilt and Damage Recovery

• Wilting: Recover wilted plants by watering; if damage is severe, apply compost and sand as a topsoil.
• Damage Types:
  • Light Deprivation: Increase sunlight exposure for leaf regrowth.
  • Physical Damage: Replant if crushed by heavy objects.
  • Over-fertilization: Flush soil by deep watering two days in a row.
  • High Traffic: Let areas recover by limiting use and consider adding stepping stones.

Kurapia and Disease Control

• Fungal Infection: Fungus often spreads via spores; overwatering increases risk.
  • Signs: Visible spores, leaf discoloration, or brown soil patches.
  • Removal: For severe infection, remove affected Kurapia, use Humic Acid or organic fertilizers, and apply Scott’s Disease X as directed.
  • Solarization: Cover soil with plastic in direct sunlight to eliminate pathogens. Alternatively, replace the top inch of infected soil with compost-rich soil.

Kurapia & Animals

• Foraging Animals: Protect young Kurapia with fencing or chicken wire until established.
• Burrowing Animals: Repel with castor oil-soaked cotton balls in holes.
• Pollinators: Bees and butterflies are drawn to Kurapia flowers for nectar. To reduce flowering, mow 1-2 times a month.
• Pets: Kurapia is non-toxic and resilient to pet activity, including dog urine due to its salt and pH tolerance.

Choosing Kurapia over artificial turf offers several advantages. Our Kurapia provides almost all the benefits of traditional grass but only takes HALF THE WATER.

It cools your yard, can reduce your AC bills in the summer, encourages rainfall, cleans the air, promotes healthier soils and environments, encourages more outdoor play, and increases home property values.

Kurapia is also much less expensive than artificial turf.

Artificial turf is a good option only for purely aesthetic locations that receive zero human or pet traffic. Artificial turf is proven to cause cancer from its forever chemicals, it reaches 170°+ in the Las Vegas summer, its average cost in Las Vegas is $10-12 per foot, it traps pet odors, still requires maintenance and watering, and is extremely unfriendly to the environment.

The New York times wrote “due to the bad long-term value and the serious environmental problems, you’d be better off investing your money and effort into just about any other form of landscaping.”

Yes, we deliver Kurapia right to your doorstep or it can be picked up at our Las Vegas office. 

Orders for trays of Kurapia need to be received in our office by 11:00 am PST for delivery the following Wednesday or Thursday.

Right now, you can only order Kurpaia in plugs. Kurapia comes in trays with around 72 plugs per tray, each plug measuring about 1 1/4″ wide and 3″ deep.

The University of Nevada, Reno Extension – Clark County Botanic Gardens has a Kurapia display.

The Springs Preserve has a display as well, but it was only recently put in, so the plugs are still filling in.

Feel free to give us a call and we’ll be happy to provide some more locations.

Kurapia can handle light to moderate foot traffic. For areas with very high foot traffic, such as sports fields or busy walkways, it may wear down over time. It’s best for areas like open landscapes, low-traffic paths, or around patios.

Kurapia doesn’t require any mowing if left to grow naturally, reaching about 2-3 inches in height with small white flowers. If you prefer a flatter, manicured look, mow it once every two months to help train the Kurapia to stay low and compact.

Yes, Kurapia does qualify for the SNWA smart water rebate program.

The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) Smart Water Rebate program offers up to $5 per foot for replacing traditional grass with drought-tolerant alternatives like Kurapia.

You must submit your rebate application before starting the project and follow the SNWA’s specific guidelines, so be sure to check the website for the latest eligibility criteria.

Watering Tips by Soil Type

1. Sandy Soil: Use short, frequent watering cycles to keep soil moist for Kurapia plugs until well-rooted.
2. Clay Soil: Water slowly with underground emitters or overhead sprays. Start with a light watering to soften the surface, then follow with a longer soak. Use a soil penetrant if needed.
3. Sandy Loam (Ideal Soil): Water efficiently for good drainage; roots can grow well without rotting.
4. Drip Tubing: Inline drip systems (e.g., Netafim) provide even water distribution; space emitters 12 inches apart, placing each plug below an emitter.

Special Situations

5. On Slopes: Align spray heads perpendicular to the slope for straight-down watering.
6. Near Concrete: Increase watering near concrete surfaces during summer to offset heat retention.

Maintenance

7. Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer bi-annually (liquid 10-10-10 or granular 16-16-16). Avoid over-fertilizing as it may cause excessive growth and water needs.
8. Water Management: Avoid overwatering; established Kurapia needs reduced water for deep root growth.
9. Top Dressing for Sandy Soil: Add a ¼-inch compost layer in spring for fertility retention.

Winterizing

10. Temperature Tolerance: Kurapia stays green above 45°F; growth slows below 38°F, potentially going dormant and dropping leaves. It can survive down to 14°F.
11. Winter Care: Do not water when temperatures are below freezing. Sand covering may help Kurapia survive harsher winters; resume watering and fertilizing as temperatures rise.

Kurapia Weed Management

• General Weed Prevention: Proper maintenance is key. Remove weeds before planting and water deeply but infrequently. Kurapia’s dense foliage helps block wind-borne weed seeds, though some weeds may still appear.
• Types of Weeds:
  • Broadleaf Weeds: Hand-remove or use tools like scuffle hoes. Mow tall weeds to prevent seeding. Pre-emergent (e.g., Barricade) can be used on established Kurapia to prevent weeds.
  • Herbicide Use: Spot-treat with herbicides like Bonide Ultra Weed Beater or Ortho Grass B Gon. Avoid spraying Kurapia directly.
  • Sedge Weeds: Distinguishable by their triangular stems. For control, use sprays containing Halosulfuron-methyl, such as Gowan Sedgehammer+.

Wilt and Damage Recovery

• Wilting: Recover wilted plants by watering; if damage is severe, apply compost and sand as a topsoil.
• Damage Types:
  • Light Deprivation: Increase sunlight exposure for leaf regrowth.
  • Physical Damage: Replant if crushed by heavy objects.
  • Over-fertilization: Flush soil by deep watering two days in a row.
  • High Traffic: Let areas recover by limiting use and consider adding stepping stones.

Kurapia and Disease Control

• Fungal Infection: Fungus often spreads via spores; overwatering increases risk.
  • Signs: Visible spores, leaf discoloration, or brown soil patches.
  • Removal: For severe infection, remove affected Kurapia, use Humic Acid or organic fertilizers, and apply Scott’s Disease X as directed.
  • Solarization: Cover soil with plastic in direct sunlight to eliminate pathogens. Alternatively, replace the top inch of infected soil with compost-rich soil.

Kurapia & Animals

• Foraging Animals: Protect young Kurapia with fencing or chicken wire until established.
• Burrowing Animals: Repel with castor oil-soaked cotton balls in holes.
• Pollinators: Bees and butterflies are drawn to Kurapia flowers for nectar. To reduce flowering, mow 1-2 times a month.
• Pets: Kurapia is non-toxic and resilient to pet activity, including dog urine due to its salt and pH tolerance.

Choosing Kurapia over artificial turf offers several advantages. Our Kurapia provides almost all the benefits of traditional grass but only takes HALF THE WATER.

It cools your yard, can reduce your AC bills in the summer, encourages rainfall, cleans the air, promotes healthier soils and environments, encourages more outdoor play, and increases home property values.

Kurapia is also much less expensive than artificial turf.

Artificial turf is a good option only for purely aesthetic locations that receive zero human or pet traffic. Artificial turf is proven to cause cancer from its forever chemicals, it reaches 170°+ in the Las Vegas summer, its average cost in Las Vegas is $10-12 per foot, it traps pet odors, still requires maintenance and watering, and is extremely unfriendly to the environment.

The New York times wrote “due to the bad long-term value and the serious environmental problems, you’d be better off investing your money and effort into just about any other form of landscaping.”

Yes, we deliver Kurapia right to your doorstep or it can be picked up at our Las Vegas office. 

Orders for trays of Kurapia need to be received in our office by 11:00 am PST for delivery the following Wednesday or Thursday.

Right now, you can only order Kurpaia in plugs. Kurapia comes in trays with around 72 plugs per tray, each plug measuring about 1 1/4″ wide and 3″ deep.

The University of Nevada, Reno Extension – Clark County Botanic Gardens has a Kurapia display.

The Springs Preserve has a display as well, but it was only recently put in, so the plugs are still filling in.

Feel free to give us a call and we’ll be happy to provide some more locations.

Kurapia can handle light to moderate foot traffic. For areas with very high foot traffic, such as sports fields or busy walkways, it may wear down over time. It’s best for areas like open landscapes, low-traffic paths, or around patios.

Kurapia doesn’t require any mowing if left to grow naturally, reaching about 2-3 inches in height with small white flowers. If you prefer a flatter, manicured look, mow it once every two months to help train the Kurapia to stay low and compact.

Yes, Kurapia does qualify for the SNWA smart water rebate program.

The Southern Nevada Water Authority (SNWA) Smart Water Rebate program offers up to $5 per foot for replacing traditional grass with drought-tolerant alternatives like Kurapia.

You must submit your rebate application before starting the project and follow the SNWA’s specific guidelines, so be sure to check the website for the latest eligibility criteria.