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Other Grass Seed Options

1.  Kentucky 31 Fescue

KY 31 is an old time favorite of landscapers and homeowners.  It was developed years ago as a pasture grass and when nothing else in the way of grass would grow in certain areas, people began selling KY 31 to homeowners as an alternative.  

KY 31 is a tall growing, coarser blade, perennial grass and  adapted to a wide range of soil conditions.  It is deep rooted, grows in clumps, light green color and has good longevity.  Due to its ability to come out in early spring and stay late in fall, under normal conditions, 30 days of extra growing can be realized.  KY 31 shows good drought resistance.  It is great for pastures as well as lawns and is cheaper in price than the specialty lawn blends.

Can be planted in early spring or fall.   20-40% annual ryegrass can be added in the fall or spring.  The ryegrass germinates quicker than the fescue and provides cover for the fescue.  The ryegrass likes cooler weather and if planted in the fall will stay green all winter but dies out during the heat of  the following summer allowing the fescue to fill out.

Seeding rate:  

  • New Lawns: 8-10 lbs./1000 sq. ft. or 200 lbs./acre for new lawns
  • Overseeding: 3-5 lbs/1000 sq. ft.
 

2.  Bluegrass

 Kentucky Bluegrasses are fine textured, dark green, and have good recuperative abilities. They grow best in full sun to light shade and require moderate to high maintenance. Kentucky Bluegrasses have a summer dormancy.

3.  Annual Ryegrass
Annual  and has rapid establishment-quicker than fescues. It is often planted with fescue to help with erosion control and early establishment of sod.  It likes cool weather and will die out in the hot summer. Likes a pH level of 5.8-6.2.

4.  Perennial Ryegrass

Perennial ryegrasses are quick establishing, fine textured, and display a good color. They have good wearability and survive summer stress. They are disease susceptible and have an aggressive nature.

   

Note:  There are many, many varieties of lawn blends and varieties out there which you can see if you go to the Wetsels or Pennington web sites, however, these are the varieties that we have had good success with and recommend for this area.