- Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue grass seed produces a durable lawn
- Thick blades of grass stand up to hot summers and heavy rains
- Low maintenance turf that holds up well under foot traffic
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Pennington Kentucky 31 Grass Seed
This tough, drought-resistant and low-maintenance grass produces a durable lawn that holds up well under foot traffic.
Where it Grows
Kentucky 31 is a cool-season lawn grass that grows best in northern and transition zones.
Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue
Kentucky 31 is a variety of Tall Fescue that produces a lighter green turf with thick blades of grass that stand up to hot summers and heavy rains.
Prepare: Bare Spots or New Lawns
Remove debris, then rake the soil to loosen and smooth the top layer. Apply at a rate of 12 lbs per 1,000 sq. ft.
Prepare: Overseeding or Thin Areas
Mow existing grass as short as possible and then remove debris. Rake the soil to loosen and smooth the top layer. Apply at a rate of 5 lbs per 1,000 sq. ft.
Apply
Spread the seed evenly using a drop, rotary or hand-held spreader according to the listed spreader settings. Rake gently to work your seed into the soil.
Water: Most Important Step!
Keep the soil moist by watering daily as needed until grass sprouts and reaches about 3" tall. See results in 8 to 21 days.
Sunlight
For areas that get 4-6 hours of sun daily
Why Kentucky 31?
Durable and economical
See Results in
See results in 8 to 21 days
When to Plant
Plant in early spring or early fall
Planting depth
1/4 inch
Mowing Height
Mow when grass reaches 3 inches
- Kentucky 31 tall fescue is the original turf for your home
- Provides a durable, economical lawn
- Thick blades of grass stand up to hot summers and heavy rains
- For use in full sun to medium-shaded areas
- Produces a lighter green, drought-resistant turf
- Holds up well under foot traffic
- Bag covers up to 4,000 sq. ft.
- See results in 8-days to 21-days
Product Overview
- Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue grass seed produces a durable lawn
- Thick blades of grass stand up to hot summers and heavy rains
- Low maintenance turf that holds up well under foot traffic
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| Brand | Pennington | Pennington | Pennington | Pennington |
| Name | The Rebels 7 lbs. Tall Fescue Grass Seed Blend | 20 lbs. KY 31 Fescue Grass Seed | The Rebels 20 lbs. Tall Fescue Grass Seed Blend | The Rebels 20 lbs. Shady Lawn Grass Seed Mix |
| Price | $2498 | $3998 | $4998 | $5298 |
| Ratings | (202) | (382) | (202) | (30) |
| Grass Type | Fescue | Fescue | Fescue | Dense Shade |
| Region | Appalachians,California Coast,Mideast Central,Midwest,Northeast Central,Northwest Coast,Northwest Mountain,Southeast,Southwest Mountain | Appalachians,California Coast,Mideast Central,Midwest,Northeast Central,Northwest Coast,Northwest Mountain,Southeast,Southwest Mountain | Appalachians,California Coast,Mideast Central,Midwest,Northeast Central,Northwest Coast,Northwest Mountain,Southeast,Southwest Mountain | Appalachians,California Coast,Mideast Central,Midwest,Northeast Central,Northwest Coast,Northwest Mountain,Southeast,Southwest Mountain |
| Traffic/Wear Tolerance Level | Any Light | Medium Light | Any Light | Any Light |
| Drought Tolerant | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Grass Seed Use | New Lawn,Overseeding | New Lawn,Overseeding | New Lawn,Overseeding | New Lawn,Overseeding |
| Landscape Supply Type | Seeds | Seeds | Seeds | Seeds |
| Product Weight (lb.) | 7.155 lb | 20.437 lb | 20.437 lb | 20.437 lb |
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| Brand | Pennington | Pennington | Pennington | Pennington |
| Name | The Rebels 7 lbs. Tall Fescue Grass Seed Blend | 20 lbs. KY 31 Fescue Grass Seed | The Rebels 20 lbs. Tall Fescue Grass Seed Blend | The Rebels 20 lbs. Shady Lawn Grass Seed Mix |
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Key Features
Pennington Kentucky 31 Grass Seed
This tough, drought-resistant and low-maintenance grass produces a durable lawn that holds up well under foot traffic.
Where it Grows
Kentucky 31 is a cool-season lawn grass that grows best in northern and transition zones.
Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue
Kentucky 31 is a variety of Tall Fescue that produces a lighter green turf with thick blades of grass that stand up to hot summers and heavy rains.
Prepare: Bare Spots or New Lawns
Remove debris, then rake the soil to loosen and smooth the top layer. Apply at a rate of 12 lbs per 1,000 sq. ft.
Prepare: Overseeding or Thin Areas
Mow existing grass as short as possible and then remove debris. Rake the soil to loosen and smooth the top layer. Apply at a rate of 5 lbs per 1,000 sq. ft.
Apply
Spread the seed evenly using a drop, rotary or hand-held spreader according to the listed spreader settings. Rake gently to work your seed into the soil.
Water: Most Important Step!
Keep the soil moist by watering daily as needed until grass sprouts and reaches about 3" tall. See results in 8 to 21 days.
Sunlight
For areas that get 4-6 hours of sun daily
Why Kentucky 31?
Durable and economical
See Results in
See results in 8 to 21 days
When to Plant
Plant in early spring or early fall
Planting depth
1/4 inch
Mowing Height
Mow when grass reaches 3 inches
Specifications
Dimensions
Details
Questions & Answers
Does this Grass seed have any Rye Grass Seed in it?
Asked by Motorcycle November 24, 2020Hi Motorcyle, No, this is Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue. Thank you.
If I plant the pencoated fescu seeds, will I have to put down wheatstraw to keep the birds and squirrels from eating it?
Asked by Carlo October 15, 2020Hi Carlo, No, that will not be necessary to ensure germination. Thank you.
IS THIS A COATED SEED OR NOT? (PENKOTED) in the name, doesn't clearly state if it is coated or no...
Asked by waynee August 10, 2020Yes
Is this fescue a turf type fescue? How does it compare with the Scotts tall fescue?
Asked by Skeeter August 4, 2020Better than Scott’s!
will this grow in centrtal wiscosin?
Asked by jon April 14, 2020yes it will grow there (cooler area )
I live in Richmond,Virginia. Would it grow around this time of the year. Is it perennial grass ?
Asked by Mo April 7, 2020Perennial
Ad says "10,000 sq. ft. coverage", bag says "8,000 sq. ft coverage" Why the difference????
Asked by April 25, 2019it comes in 40 lb bags the actual coverage will be how you spred it dont about the miss print
is this grass a year round grass, or will i have to reseed next year
Asked by Michael January 27, 2019it is cool weather grass it come back every year
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