Pennington Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue Grass Seed, Drought-Resistant, 3 LB | Full sun to moderate shade, for residential lawns, grass seeds for lawn, coverage up to 4,000 sq. ft.

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!

Takes a bit to sprout but once it does it grows pretty fast if you keep it watered. Only started a test patch where there hasn't been grass in years (back - Northern - edge of the house, under the shade of a large maple tree). Feel confident enough in it to tune-up the rototiller! Coated so the birds won't bother it.

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.

For the money??? I had grass growing in a week. Filling out at 1.5 weeks. Nice to see someone shutting down the big box robbing people on grass seed. Same size bag was $38. I’ll buy this everytime I need to grow grass.

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'm not sure about the grass seeds. I don't know if it's the grass seeds or the birds were eating them up because they definitely are not working too well. The ground was raked well, not too large of an area, straw put on it, and water but they don't seem to be wanting to work. So again it wasn't how they were applied. Did it properly, know how to plant grass? Just don't understand why they're not coming up.. Could be the birds or the squirrels? I don't know if they eat seeds or not but noticed a lot of them hanging around the spot , something's wrong. Was it the seeds or something else. I probably wouldn't buy these again just in case that's just me.

Fantastic seed! It took a month or so to get rid of the Creeping Charlie with Triclopyr Ester, raking, pulling crab grass, and completely clearing the ground. After planting the seed, it took between 14-21 days to completely fill in. I live in MN, and planted this mid-summer just to see how it would do before I did the same thing to my front yard. The picture speaks for itself. Amazing...

This seed did great in my opinion! June 8, 2026, planted a small area over leach field in north-east Arizona at altitude of 6900'. Photos taken June 30,2026. Watered 3 times a day, looks wonderful! I would definitely recommend and buy again!

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