Pure Seed’s 50+ Years of Turfgrass Research Shines at PGA Championship at Quail Hollow

Pure Seed’s innovative grass seed is prominently displayed at this year’s PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club, showcasing over 50 years of turfgrass research and development. As one of the leaders in the turfgrass industry, Pure Seed is proud to highlight their commitment to quality, sustainability, and environmental resilience through their partnership with Southern Seeds and the Pure-Seed Testing research facility in North Carolina.

The PGA Championship, hosted at Quail Hollow Club, presents a unique challenge for turf management due to varying weather patterns and environmental pressures. To meet these demands, Pure Seed’s tall fescue, known for its unmatched disease resistance, is used in the surrounds and out-of-bounds areas, while Pure Seed’s ryegrass, known for its exceptional heat and traffic tolerance, is used in the fairways. Both grasses provide a resilient, high-performing surface that excels under the specific conditions at Quail Hollow. 

“Southern Seeds relationship with Pure-Seed Testing East in North Carolina has been instrumental in choosing the right grasses that perform exceptionally well at courses like Quail Hollow Club,” said Crystal Rose-Fricker, President of Pure Seed and Pure-Seed Testing. “Our research and testing in the same environmental conditions faced by Quail Hollow Club ensures that our grasses can stand up to the pressures of high-profile events like the PGA Championship.”

For over five decades, Pure Seed has been at the forefront of turfgrass research, creating products that not only meet but exceed the expectations of golf courses and sports fields worldwide. Their farm-to-customer process is a key factor in ensuring consistency and quality. Quail Hallow Club has experienced this success from the collaboration between Pure Seed and Southern Seeds, allowing for efficient distribution and exceptional results.

“We’re excited to be a part of the PGA Championship,” Dr. Melodee Fraser, Director of

Research at PST East. “Seeing our grass seed in action at such a prestigious event is a testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone involved in our research and testing.”

Pure Seed’s turfgrass research is also helping golf courses achieve better sustainability by focusing on grasses that require less water, fertilizer, and pesticide use, thus reducing the environmental footprint of maintaining golf courses and athletic fields.

For more information on Pure Seed and its turfgrass products, visit www.pureseed.com.