Fescue Lawn Seed
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Fescue Lawn Grass Seed - Fescue seed is used in parks, lawns, pastures and athletic field applications throughout the northern climates. Fescue is adapted to well-drained loams and heavier soil types of medium and better productivity. Fescue will be dominant in pastures only if the soil has a salt pH of 5.3 or higher and at least a medium level of phosphorus. Although Fescue often becomes dormant during dry weather, it will survive severe droughts.
- Turf-Type Tall Fescue Lawn Grass Seed
- K-31 Tall Fescue Lawn Grass Seed
- Creeping Red Fescue Lawn Grass Seed
Seeding a New Fescue Lawn
Seedbed Preparation: Till the soil approximately 6 inches deep. Level with garden or landscaping rake. Surface may be firmed by rolling or soaking, then re-raking till level. Leave top ½ inch loose to allow seed to be worked into soil.
Fertilization: Prior to or right after seeding, apply a starter fertilizer to help proper root development. Continue using a systematic fertilizer program to maintain a healthy lawn.
Seeding: Sow seeds evenly at 7-10 lbs/1,000 square feet. Rake lightly into soil. No more than 1/8 inch of soil should cover seed. Roll with a water roller.
Covering: Use blankets, pelletized or paper mulch, or straw to hold soil moisture and hasten germination. Baled straw may bring in unwanted weeds; use with caution.
Watering: Do not allow soil to dry out. Keep soil moist with frequent light watering until seedlings are visible. After lawn is established, water as necessary.
Mowing: Maintain mower height between 2 to 3 inches, never remove more than 1/3 of the grass plant with each mowing.
Weed Control: It is very common to see new weeds when planting a new lawn or disturbing the soil. For new lawns, wait 6-8 weeks before using any herbicide. For existing lawns, the best weed control is to maintain a healthy lawn by regular fertilization, proper mowing, and watering as necessary.
Overseeding An Existing Lawn
Lawn Preparation: Mow lawn to 1 inch and remove clippings. Dethatch with a power rake or hand rake smaller areas.
Seeding: Sow seed evenly at at 4-6 lbs/1,000 square feet. Work seed into existing turf by raking.
Watering: Keep soil moist with frequent, light watering until grass is established.
Mowing: Follow normal mowing practices when grass reaches 3 to 4 inches in height.
Fertilization: Prior to or right after seeding, apply a starter fertilizer to help proper root development. Continue using a systematic fertilizer program to maintain a healthy lawn.
Seeding: Sow seeds evenly at 7-10 lbs/1,000 square feet. Rake lightly into soil. No more than 1/8 inch of soil should cover seed. Roll with a water roller.
Covering: Use blankets, pelletized or paper mulch, or straw to hold soil moisture and hasten germination. Baled straw may bring in unwanted weeds; use with caution.
Watering: Do not allow soil to dry out. Keep soil moist with frequent light watering until seedlings are visible. After lawn is established, water as necessary.
Mowing: Maintain mower height between 2 to 3 inches, never remove more than 1/3 of the grass plant with each mowing.
Weed Control: It is very common to see new weeds when planting a new lawn or disturbing the soil. For new lawns, wait 6-8 weeks before using any herbicide. For existing lawns, the best weed control is to maintain a healthy lawn by regular fertilization, proper mowing, and watering as necessary.
Overseeding An Existing Lawn
Lawn Preparation: Mow lawn to 1 inch and remove clippings. Dethatch with a power rake or hand rake smaller areas.
Seeding: Sow seed evenly at at 4-6 lbs/1,000 square feet. Work seed into existing turf by raking.
Watering: Keep soil moist with frequent, light watering until grass is established.
Mowing: Follow normal mowing practices when grass reaches 3 to 4 inches in height.
Environment | Bahia | Fescue | Carpet | Centipede | Seashore Paspalum | St. Augustine | Zoysia |
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Area Adapted | Statewide | Statewide | Wet Areas | Statewide | Statewide | Statewide | Statewide |
Mowing Height (inches) | 3-4 | .5-1.5 | 1.5-2 | 1.5-2 | 1-2 | 1.5-4 | 1-2 |
Soil | Acid, Sandy | Wide Range | Acid, Wet | Acid, Infertile | Wide Range | Wide Range | Wide Range |
Leaf Texture | Coarse-Medium | Fine-Medium | Medium | Medium | Fine-Medium | Coarse-Medium | Fine-Medium |
Drought Tolerance | Excellent | Good | Poor | Medium | Good | Very Poor | Medium |
Salt Tolerance | Poor | Good | Poor | Poor | Excellent | Good | Good |
Shade Tolerance | Poor | Poor | Fair | Fair | Poor | Good | Good |
Wear Tolerance | Excellent | Good-Excellent | Poor | Poor | Good-Excellent | Poor | Good-Excellent |
Nematod Tolerance | Very Good | Poor | Poor | Poor | Good | Good | Poor |
Maintenance Levels | Low | Medium | Low | Low | Medium | Very High | High |
Uses | Lawns | Athletic Fields | Wet Areas | Lawns | Lawns, Atlethic, Golf | Lawns | Lawns |
Establishment Methods | Seed, Sod | Seed, Sod, Sprigs, Plugs | Seed, Sprigs | Seed, Sod, Sprigs, Plugs | Seed, Sod, Sprigs, Plugs | Sod, Sprigs, Plugs | Seed, Sod, Sprigs, Plugs |