Kentucky Bluegrass

The right climate helps produce high quality Kentucky bluegrass. A cold-tolerant grass, Kentucky bluegrass grows best in the northern climates of the U.S. It is highly regarded as one of the best quality turf grasses because of its versatility and resistance to wear and disease. Damaged areas tend to regrow naturally. It grows best in full sunlight, but mixing it with a fine fescue helps increase shade tolerance. Kentucky bluegrass typically establishes within one to three months of seeding or sodding.

Best Time to Plant Fall
Planting Depth 1/4 – 1/2 of inch
Germination Time 21 – 27 days
Seeding Rate 3 lbs per 1,000 square feet and 1.5 lbs for overseeding
Color Dark, emerald green
Texture Fine
Shade Tolerance Moderate
Drought Tolerance Low to moderate
Traffic Tolerance Good
Disease Tolerance Moderate
Recommended Mowing Height 2 to 3 inches
Fertility Program 1.0 – 1.5 lbs Nitrogen per 1,000 sq feet in September, November, and May

Ok, now that you have chosen your grass seed, take a look at the Planting Grass Seed page for detailed instructions on how to prepare your seed bed and plant your grass seed!

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