Questions and Answers for Pennington Smart Patch Tall Fescue 10 lb. 200 sq. ft. Grass Seed Bare Spot Repair with Mulch and Fertilizer

A:  Yes, annual rye grass would require replanting each year.

A:  Generally, Pennington's products are non-hazardous to both human and pet health when used in accord with manufacturer’s directions. We suggest that pets should not be in the area during product applications, but they are free to re-enter the treated area after fertilizers are watered in and the treated area is dry

A:  As this contains cool season grasses, we do not recommend seeding in the summer. It is best to plant cool season grasses in the spring or fall, when the daytime temperatures are between 60 to 75 degrees and no lower than 50 degrees at night.

A:  Hello! Bermuda grass does well in sandy soil, but too much sand will cause poor establishment. Thank you.

A:  Hello. While Bermuda grass does well in sandy soil, it does still need to be soil. As long as there is a good composition of both for the roots to grow and mature in, this should work just fine. Thank you.

A:  To determine the correct setting, add 1-2 pounds of product to the hopper, and set the spreader to the middle setting, and apply the product to the treatment area. When the hopper is empty, determine the number of square feet covered. Adjust the setting as necessary, up or down, to cover the appropriate number of square feet. Thank you.

A:  Hello, we recommend contacting your local county extension office for best recommendation for southern regions. It could potentially work depending on how hot your summers are, how dense the shade is, and the time of year when you are seeding. Thank you.

A:  Hi britman9. Thank you for shopping at The Home Depot. According to Pennington, the Tackifier should act like a blanket, hiding the seed. To be sure that the birds do not discover your newly lain seed, I would cover the seeded area with about 1/8th. inch of a good quality topper and keep the area damp as directed by the Pennington Smart Patch Bermuda Grass seed instructions. Please let us know if we can be of further assistance. Rick_HD_OC