Pennington Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue Grass Seed 20 lb

I had Harry Crab Grass growing in my yard and had let it get too large after landscapers just kept saying mowing more often would help. Side Note: It doesn't. Anyway, as I'm pulling up these clumps, I knew I needed to replace with something or I was going to have giant open spots. Worse, I was weeding in the fall... that wasn't my motivator for choosing this grass. I'm in North Carolina, so I have that clay soil mix and is prone to weeds. NC stays milder, staying in the 60s and 70s sometimes into December with bouts of 50s. After pulling the weeds, I just grabbed a handful and spread it into the soil, honestly not expecting it to grow. After some rain, I was shocked to find it did grow... in November. It is that beautiful grass that everyone wants as their front lawn. Incredibly green, soft, and perfect shoots, it blew my expectations out of the water. I've started yanking out my Bermuda grass (which I swear is the white kid dreadlocks of grass; ugly, vine-like, abrasive and best left for cattle and horses). Some of it hasn't grown, but I'm going to give it through spring and probably add more. Water is key and it did best when the soil was tilled up, green in the soil that now was loose and empty from weed pulling. I just took my hand and lightly worked it through until it was barely visible. It did not do as well where it ended up more on top of the soil than in it. I can't wait for spring. I'm going to go nuts on my backyard with this stuff!

Love it! Followed instructions grass began growing in my empty patches. Worth the money. Leave in South FL. Will purchase again.

UPDATE 9/20: It grows. It’s a bit finicky to conditions but once you figure it out, it does well. All of my experience was out of the same bag so it’s all the same seed. Seed that was worked by hand into the soil layer in very small bare spots of a few inches in diameter that were largely shaded by the surrounding grass were growing in under a week and 4 inches tall in 2 weeks. In contrast, seed that was worked into the soil in larger areas (say 6” diameter) just sat there and did nothing with the same watering schedule. After adding additional top soil to those areas and blending the seeds into it, the seed did start to grow a few weeks later and once it gets going, it grows pretty quickly. If you are having problems getting it going, it does not respond well to just spreading on bare soil or even lightly raking it in. You need a lot of soil contact preferably complete coverage and high level of shade / darkness either with a serious top dressing or straw cover. And yes, you need to keep it moist. When it comes up, it’s very fine bladed so you are not going to want much if any traffic on it in large ares until it stars to mature. In the smaller spots, it was fine mowing over it from day one. In the medium sized areas in the sun, it appears to be more vigorous and less water sensitive than the surrounding grass but until it matures that may not be a fair comparison. The local drought and very abnormal 90 degree temps this time of the year is not making this any easier but with adequate prep and water, it’s germinating as well as any other seed I have used. UPDATE 8/19: Customer service was fast to respond ! They confirmed the test date was a typo. Based on the lot number, the test date should have been April-2025 not 2026. So, I have started using the seed. Will check back in a month or so about how well it’s going. Moving from the initial 2 stars to 4 stars for now. Original Review: Just got this to start some patch work now then a complete over-seeding in a few weeks. The test date shows April 2026. Yes, that’s 8 month in the future. The expiration date is Jan 2026, 3 months BEFORE the test date. The germination test rate shows only 80%, that’s not very good. Has someone just taken old stock and dummied up a new label ? Maybe just a simple mistake … maybe a bag of junk. This wasn’t cheap. Be careful on this stuff.

I have this thing about picking weeds and sometimes next thing I know there are spots all over my lawn 😭 it’s slightly embarrassing and definitely not cute.. so I bought this and another that was full sun bc this isn’t. The other didnt grow as much as quickly as this did.. so I bought a few more bags of each. the new grass is very soft and very pretty .. much nicer than our native florida grass and even the fancy lawns in the neighborhood. At this point i’m just overseeding our existing lawn and honestly this is a nice addition and it matches well. I didn’t use a spreader and I didn’t really turn the soil much.. I literally just threw this in my yard somewhat strategically. not 100% sure what I’m going to do on full sun days in the summer, but that’s why I am using both. and hopefully the grass will all grow together and it won’t be an issue🤷🏻‍♀️ i’m just happy how quickly I saw results. the seeds are coated in a green color and they literally go from green seeds on dirt to green seedlings on the dirt in just a few days. I watered the yard 3x a day and I think that helped the most

I was greatly disappointed with my purchase of the Pennington Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue Grass Seed 20 lb. Despite my careful adherence to the instructions, including diligent soil preparation and correct seeding techniques, only a small portion of the grass seed actually germinated after several weeks. Additionally, the grass that did manage to grow was patchy and sparse, with numerous bare spots, and possessed an unsightly coarseness that gave my lawn an unkempt and wild appearance. To add to the lackluster performance, the color of the grass was dull and unappealing, rendering my once-lush green space an eyesore. As if that weren't enough, the grass was remarkably fragile and failed to withstand even moderate foot traffic. Within a few weeks, the grass began to thin out further, eventually dying off completely in some areas. In short, I cannot recommend the Pennington Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue Grass Seed 20 lb to anyone seeking to create a healthy and visually appealing lawn. This product proved to be a complete waste of both time and money, failing to deliver on any of its promises. When choosing the best tall fescue grass seed, it's important to consider several parameters to ensure the best results for your lawn. Some important parameters to consider are: 1. Germination rate: This refers to the percentage of seeds that will actually grow into healthy grass plants. Look for seeds with a high germination rate to ensure that you get the most out of your investment. 2. Drought resistance: Tall fescue is known for its ability to withstand drought conditions, but some varieties are more resistant than others. Look for seeds that are labeled as drought-tolerant to ensure that your lawn stays green and healthy during dry spells. 3. Disease resistance: Some tall fescue varieties are more resistant to common lawn diseases, such as brown patch and dollar spot. Choosing a variety with good disease resistance can help ensure that your lawn stays healthy and green. 4. Traffic tolerance: If you have kids or pets, or if your lawn gets a lot of foot traffic, you'll want to choose a tall fescue variety that can withstand heavy use. Look for seeds that are labeled as "traffic-tolerant" or "wear-resistant." 5. Shade tolerance: Tall fescue can grow in full sun or partial shade, but some varieties are more shade-tolerant than others. If you have a lot of trees or other shade-producing elements in your yard, look for seeds that are labeled as shade-tolerant to ensure that your lawn stays healthy in lower light conditions. 6. Soil type: Consider the type of soil in your yard when choosing tall fescue seeds. Some varieties are better suited to clay soils, while others do well in sandy or loamy soils. 7. Maintenance requirements: Some tall fescue varieties require more maintenance than others, such as frequent mowing and fertilization. Consider your time and budget constraints when choosing a variety. 8. Overall, the best tall fescue grass seed for your lawn will depend on your specific needs and growing conditions. Be sure to read seed labels carefully and do your research to choose the best variety for your lawn.

I’ve been using this brand for a while. Over the years I’ve noticed a decline in germination rates. This year, it’s worth noting and posting a review. The only reason it gets 3 stars instead of 1 is because they do have great customer service. I keep my receipts, and they have a guarantee. So I was refunded for this years bags. If you do still want to use this brand, just know that you will basically have to COMPLETELY COVER the area intended for grass. You will get grass, but you’ll need A LOT of product. Then water it every single day, several times if needed because in order for grass seed to germinate it MUST STAY MOIST! Don’t lose hope people, you can have a beautiful yard/lawn, but it takes time. It takes years actually. I’m on year 3 and I still don’t have the lawn I desire. But I’m a do it myself type, and refuse to hire someone to do this. Ok, so the only other things to note is that this blend of seed is a fine fescue, and sometimes you will get growth, then it will die. You have to remember that you are forcing nature to do something it doesn’t want to do in most cases. If you have patches that die, it’s because of your soil. In that case, you need to amend those areas of your lawn. I hope this review helps you.

This stuff is amazing!! Only grass seed I can get to grow in my yard and it’s durable! No weeds either. I love it. Perfect for the bare spots

I pretty much have about 20 years of pine and leaf build up I have filtered lights all day. The big thing that helped me was 2 weeks of /moderate heavy rain. I cut most leaf and pine to about 1.25-2 inches on a push mower in some area I took my riding mower and bared out areas. At first I was hesitant with the seed and used it sparingly once I saw my test areas germinate well. I pretty much walked paths and put seed down and hoped for the best. Some areas I just missed because I didn’t know how the 10+ hours of filtered sun would handle in basically a Forrest. I was told it was somewhat impossible but this is about a shot in the dark try and it worked amazing . Some issues I have are just basic issues like flooding and washing out but that’s because of the terrain in different areas . Again this is a mostly pined area. I have cut all the pine needles down to 1.25 on the next section and got some heavy rain so that area is my next. I think overall the shredded leaf pine helped and created somewhat of a topsoil and the rain made the shifts in soil to get good ground contact. I have bought way more seed and intent to make my whole property ky31. I love the color as well it’s just cheap and fast. I am in germination heaven with storms and humidity so take that into consideration. Timing is key. The other thing is the work and research. I had better luck with the shredded pine than the bare areas maybe the organic material is helping it grow better I know there’s a lot of hate but germination window is key and id keep the seeds wet instead of moist. Then keep it moist as you see shoots