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Originally Posted by dewilson58

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Never say never...........here is one example:

Empire Zoysia Grass Seeds/ Lawn Grass



– Seed World

There are a few cultivars that are grown from seed. Only one seeded variety is commercially available. Empire zoysia is not one of those. See references below, especially the one from University of Florida but you can plant whatever you want just be aware that the seeds you use will be a different cultivar with different characteristics and requirements.

Complete Guide to Zoysia Grass Seed - Prince Gardening

Empire. A relative newcomer, Empire is
an excellent choice for home lawns, particularly for those homeowners with less lawncare experience. It is highly resistant to insects and disease and thus requires less maintenance and establishes more quickly than any other grass listed here. It is also only available as plugs or sod.

ENH11/LH011: Zoysiagrass for Florida Lawns

Zoysia japonica is the only zoysiagrass for which seed is commercially available; however, the seeded varieties generally do not produce as high-quality turf as do the vegetatively propagated (sodded or plugged) varieties.

With one exception, zoysiagrasses must be planted vegetatively by sod, plugs, or sprigs. Zoysia japonica is the only species for which seed is commercially available. Proper site preparation before planting is critical to ensure successful establishment. Refer to ENH02, Preparing to Plant a Florida Lawn (ENH 02/LH012: Preparing to Plant a Florida Lawn), for complete information.

EMPIRE ZOYIA®
Empire Zoysia® brand zoysiagrass cultivar 'SS-500' is gaining popularity in Florida. It is similar in texture to 'El Toro' and has a very dense growth habit. It maintains a nice green color and, compared to other new zoysiagrass cultivars, it has a moderate rate of establishment. Empire Zoysia® has performed well in sandy and clay soil types with aggressive growth from its stolons and rhizomes, but it can be mowed with a standard rotary mower due to its broader leaf and open growth habit. It does not do as well in shade as other zoysiagrass cultivars. Empire Zoysia® is being planted in numerous communities in Florida and seems to do well in many areas throughout the state; however, it is susceptible to large (brown) patch disease.