--- product_id: 279443061 title: "Pennington Smart Seed Sun and Shade Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix for Southern Lawns 7 lb" brand: "pennington" price: "$152.95" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Pennington" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/279443061-pennington-smart-seed-sun-and-shade-tall-fescue-grass-seed store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Optimized for 4-6 hrs sun Uses 30% less water Greener lawn in 8-21 days Pennington Smart Seed Sun and Shade Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix for Southern Lawns 7 lb **Brand:** pennington **Price:** $152.95 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌿 Grow smarter, not harder — your lawn’s new best friend! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Pennington Smart Seed Sun and Shade Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix for Southern Lawns 7 lb by pennington - **How much does it cost?** $152.95 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/279443061-pennington-smart-seed-sun-and-shade-tall-fescue-grass-seed) ## Best For - pennington enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted pennington brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Rapid Green-Up:** Visible lawn transformation in just 8 to 21 days - • **Water-Wise Wonder:** Saves up to 30% water annually—eco-friendly and budget-smart - • **Sun & Shade Mastery:** Perfectly balanced for lawns with mixed sunlight exposure - • **Fertilizer-Enhanced Growth:** Built-in fertilizer boosts seedling success and lawn health - • **Heat & Humidity Resilience:** Engineered to thrive in harsh Southern climates ## Overview Pennington Smart Seed Sun and Shade Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix is a 7 lb bag designed for Southern lawns with 4 to 6 hours of sunlight. It combines premium grass seed with just the right amount of fertilizer to promote fast germination within 8 to 21 days. Engineered for hot, humid conditions, this drought-tolerant mix reduces water use by 30% compared to ordinary seeds and covers up to 1,750 sq. ft., delivering a lush, resilient lawn that stands up to Southern heat and shade challenges. ## Description If some of your lawn receives sun and other parts receive moderate shade, Pennington Smart Seed Sun & Shade offers the perfect mixture for Southern conditions. Designed to survive in hot, humid and harsh conditions, this sun and shade grass seed mix has excellent disease resistance and very good drought tolerance. Plus, it contains just the right amount of fertilizer to help your lawn succeed. In areas of your lawn that receive 4 to 6 hours of sun daily, plant this grass seed mix in the early spring or early fall and see results in 8 to 21 days. This 7-pound bag covers up to 1,750 square feet for overseeding an existing lawn and 580 square feet for starting a new lawn from scratch. We lead the industry in developing top-performing, water-conserving, sustainable seed. Once established, our purebred, drought-tolerant Smart Seed grass requires up to 30 percent less water than ordinary grass seed. That's year after year, for the life of your lawn. Plus, our advanced, fertilizer-enhanced seed coat technology speeds establishment and promotes greener grass. Born from Pennington innovation and NexGen breeding and research, Smart Seed brings you better seed, better sustainability and better results. Review: Sprouting in 7 days, 14 days looks great, 21 days exactly what I wanted - I needed coverage in an area that gets about 3 hours of sun but not all of the area at the same time. East side of house between fence and house. Sodded with St. Augustin last year but construction traffic took a toll and TX summer I could not save it. I planted the seed a week ago exactly and I could see sprouts coming up a couple of days ago. Here are photos today 1 week after sowing seed. Area with longest amount of sun coming up nicely. Areas where less length of sun coming up but slower. Area with very little sun, I can barely see any coming up. I csn only water once a day due to work. We had nice amount of rain on 4th day after planting. I would and will buy again. Updated. More photos at 14 days and 21 days. I will be buying this again in the spring for the other side of the house. Updated July 30, 2023. Could not take the North Texas heat. I water every other day and in the evening when there is no sun shining on the grass. It could not hold up. Very disappointed, I spent a lot of time watering and nurturing this seed on the side of my house that gets sun from 11am to 4pm. Review: Lush and Beautiful!! - This stuff is amazing! The grass is sooo green and lush! I agitate the ground, water, put down the seed, water again, cover with cow manure compost and water again. The key is to water at a minimum 2 times a day. ## Features - Grass seed and fertilizer mix for southern Tall Fescue lawns - Ideal grass seed for lawns that receive sun in some parts and moderate shade in others - Contains just the right amount of fertilizer to help your lawn succeed - For areas getting 4 to 6 hours of sunlight - Survives in hot, humid and harsh conditions - Uses 30% less water year after year versus ordinary grass seed - See results in 8 to 21 days - This bag covers up to 1,750 sq. ft. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B08QCJRT1X | | Best Sellers Rank | #5,250 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #34 in Grass Seed | | Brand | Pennington | | Brand Name | Pennington | | Color | natural | | Container Material | Plastic | | Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 2,063 Reviews | | Expected Blooming Period | Spring | | Expected Planting Period | Spring | | Included Components | only product | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Outdoor | | Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Outdoor | | Item Type Name | Pennington Smart Seed Sun and Shade Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix for Southern Lawns | | Item Weight | 3.2 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Central Garden & Pet | | Manufacturer Part Number | 100543723 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | If you are not satisfied, please let us know why and contact us about a refund. Keep your bag and proof of purchase. WE STAND BEHIND OUR PRODUCTS. OR YOUR MONEY BACK MAIL TO: Pennington Seed, Inc. Customer Service Dept. PO Box 290 Madison, GA 30650 CALL US 1.800.285.SEED WEBSITE pennington.com | | Material Feature | Grass Seed | | Material Features | Grass Seed | | Model Number | 100543723 | | Moisture Needs | Moderate Watering | | Number of Items | 1 | | Other Special Features of the Product | Smart Seed Sun and Shade Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix for Southern Lawns | | Plant or Animal Product Type | Herbs | | Product Care Instructions | Water | | Special Feature | Smart Seed Sun and Shade Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix for Southern Lawns | | Sunlight Exposure | 4-6 Hours | | UPC | 021496022826 | | Unit Count | 112.0 Ounce | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Pennington - **Color:** natural - **Expected Blooming Period:** Spring - **Expected Planting Period:** Spring - **Indoor/Outdoor Usage:** Outdoor - **Item Weight:** 3.2 Pounds - **Material Feature:** Grass Seed - **Special Feature:** Smart Seed Sun and Shade Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix for Southern Lawns - **Sunlight Exposure:** 4-6 Hours - **Unit Count:** 112.0 Ounce ## Images ![Pennington Smart Seed Sun and Shade Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix for Southern Lawns 7 lb - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81AISNGStrS.jpg) ![Pennington Smart Seed Sun and Shade Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix for Southern Lawns 7 lb - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/815BTmDxJjL.jpg) ![Pennington Smart Seed Sun and Shade Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix for Southern Lawns 7 lb - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71dBV+ZrUSS.jpg) ![Pennington Smart Seed Sun and Shade Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix for Southern Lawns 7 lb - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Fx6+yN82S.jpg) ![Pennington Smart Seed Sun and Shade Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix for Southern Lawns 7 lb - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71llu3nz+DS.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is this 100% fescue? No ryegrass or Kentucky 31?** A: Correct-no Rye or Kentucky **Q: is this st Augustine grass seeds?** A: It is not St. Augustine seed. The label says southern sun and shade grass seed. They germinate well. I seeded it last fall. The grass blades are dark green, thin and long. St. Augustine grass blades are broader. **Q: Will this grow in the Southeast?** A: Works great in Tennessee. **Q: spread seed this am> Looking for germination time when noticed sell by 12/21. Should i be concerned??** A: I’m never grew at all. Just a waste of money and time. Tilled soil in bald spots and watered. Never grew ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sprouting in 7 days, 14 days looks great, 21 days exactly what I wanted *by G***S on September 29, 2022* I needed coverage in an area that gets about 3 hours of sun but not all of the area at the same time. East side of house between fence and house. Sodded with St. Augustin last year but construction traffic took a toll and TX summer I could not save it. I planted the seed a week ago exactly and I could see sprouts coming up a couple of days ago. Here are photos today 1 week after sowing seed. Area with longest amount of sun coming up nicely. Areas where less length of sun coming up but slower. Area with very little sun, I can barely see any coming up. I csn only water once a day due to work. We had nice amount of rain on 4th day after planting. I would and will buy again. Updated. More photos at 14 days and 21 days. I will be buying this again in the spring for the other side of the house. Updated July 30, 2023. Could not take the North Texas heat. I water every other day and in the evening when there is no sun shining on the grass. It could not hold up. Very disappointed, I spent a lot of time watering and nurturing this seed on the side of my house that gets sun from 11am to 4pm. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lush and Beautiful!! *by S***. on May 10, 2026* This stuff is amazing! The grass is sooo green and lush! I agitate the ground, water, put down the seed, water again, cover with cow manure compost and water again. The key is to water at a minimum 2 times a day. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good seeds for shade *by E***P on May 15, 2025* I bought these seeds to put on a very shaded place in north Texas. I put the first batch mid March and had excellent germination rates. However, I put a second batch late March and did not germinate at all. The seeds that grew seems OK. They do not last where there is sun and they require lots of watering at first (twice daily for at least a month and then once daily for another one). I am now changing to every other day. I will try again in October when temperatures cool down and I’ll see if the ones that germinated can tolerate the summer heat. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/279443061-pennington-smart-seed-sun-and-shade-tall-fescue-grass-seed](https://www.desertcart.us/products/279443061-pennington-smart-seed-sun-and-shade-tall-fescue-grass-seed) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-05-17*