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Customer Reviews for Pennington Central Contractors Mix 40 lb. 8,000 sq. ft. Grass Seed

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Model #100520262

Store SKU #1001082319

  • Provides quick, dense coverage
  • Ideal for sunny to moderately shaded areas
  • Covers up to 4,000 sq. ft. with 7-21 day seed germination

Customer Reviews

  • 3.8
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  • 67% recommend this product
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Got grass coming up everywhere. Happy camper. All the bare spots are filling in.
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still waiting for it to grow
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Not suitable for florida soil
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Response from Pennington TeamAug 4, 2023
For a sunny Florida yard we would recommend Pennington Argentine Bahiagrass grass seed or Bermudagrass grass seed. Contractors mix is more for a contractor who needs really quick results. It contains rye seed which comes up fast and dyes in the sun. pennington
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This particular seed blend works very well and with some watering will grow and looks great. I have used it several times with good results.
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I wouldn't buy this kind again.
I purchased the contractor mix and it did absolutely nothing. I've always bought Pennington and this is the first time this has happened.
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Response from penningtonpwrSep 1, 2023
We are sorry to hear this! As there are many variables that can create germination issues, please give us a call at 1-800-285-7333 so we can better assist.
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    Seed not labeled on the bag.
    Did a total lawn renovation last fall. Seed come up great in about 3 weeks. Now that the grass is mature it is thin with thick blades if you want to call in that. Once you cut you have a brown color. Grass length is 3 inches and I have a sharp blade on my mower. After reading some reviews I would say it might be majority if not all Bermuda. Not what I wanted. I've been over seeding with Ky 31 and it is coming up well. Hopefully it will choke out the contractors mix.
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    Response from penningtonpwrSep 22, 2023
    Hello, thank you for sharing your experience. If you would like further assistance, please contact our Customer Service Department at 1-800-285-7333. Thank you.
      The seeds didn't produce...
      The seeds didn't produce
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      Response from Pennington TeamMay 25, 2023
      We are sorry to hear that you had issues when planting the grass seed. Our seed is rigorously tested for both germination and weed control to ensure that it is only high quality grass seed in our products. Please reach out to discuss your experience with Customer Service at 1-800-285-7333. Thank you. pennington
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      Did not germinate at all
      After aerating and spreading with the recommended starter fertilizer, the seeds did not germinate. $200+ down my drain.
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      Response from Pennington TeamMay 25, 2023
      Hello! Germination can take up to two weeks for optimal germination, depending on application, temperatures, watering, soil health and many other variables. Please reach out to Customer Service at 1-800-285-7333 with additional information so we can better help. pennington
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        Spread easily and sprouted within the first week. The results...
        Spread easily and sprouted within the first week. The results look good and I would order it again.
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        I was alittte disappointed in this product. I really thought...
        I was alittte disappointed in this product. I really thought I was buying some of the best pennington sold but I guess not because only half of it came up. I really wish I would have chosen another brand or a different pennington product.
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        Waste of money
        This so called grass seed is a waste of money. Nothing but crabgrass that starts off green then turns to brown.
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        Response from Pennington TeamMay 2, 2023
        Hi there. We certainly wouldn't expect this product to cause an experience like this, so we'd like to chat further with you about this. When you have a moment, please give out consumer care center a call at 1-800-285-7333. Thank you! pennington
          Less than 25%of seed sprouted. Waste of money. Should be...
          Less than 25%of seed sprouted. Waste of money. Should be reimbursed
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          Response from Pennington TeamApr 21, 2023
          Hello, we're sorry to hear that you did not have a good experience with our product. Thanks for letting us know. Hearing about your experience is important to us. We hope you'll consider giving us a call at 1-800-285-7333 so we can learn more. pennington
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          Pennington seeds are the best. It's my go to for...
          Pennington seeds are the best. It's my go to for the best outcome. Will purchase again.
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          Our home’s main sewer line needed to be replaced in...
          Our home’s main sewer line needed to be replaced in January and we lost half our lawn as a result. We have a St. Augustine lawn and cant plug until May. Needed a stand-in grass to prevent soil erosion and compacting until then. We have awful sandy clay soil so we added a thin layer of compost, rented a tiller to combine/cultivate the ground, put down this seed and covered with straw. Within 2 weeks we had significant growth. Another 2 weeks and we were safely ready to mow. Great price. I didn’t have to do a crazy amount of watering. I’d say this grass seed lives up to all claims!
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          It is a little to early in the spring in...
          It is a little to early in the spring in Tennessee to give a complete rating but right now i am happy.
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          Pay for the extra quality. This stuff is junk....
          Pay for the extra quality. This stuff is junk.
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          Response from Pennington TeamMar 10, 2023
          We are sorry to hear you were not satisfied with our Contractors Seed Mix. Please feel free to call our Customer Service department if you would like to speak to us about your experience. pennington
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          Worked Great!
          Bought a bag on a whim for the back yard where the dogs relieve themselves. Was shocked at how quickly the grass grew and how plush it was. At a new home now and will do it again.
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            Product is good but had to compete with the mice.
            The grass seed is excellent. My only issue was evading the mice running around the garden center. Please hire a better pest exterminator your current one is not doing a good job.
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            Pennington 40 lb Central Contractors Grass Seed Mix
            I was very pleased with the price of this grass seed and I have part of what I bought down but I haven't seen it grow yet.
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            DON'T BUY THIS!!!
            I spread six 40 pound bags and had very minimal growth. WASTE OF TIME AND MONEY. DON'T BUY THIS!!!
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            Response from penningtonpwrDec 18, 2022
            Hello, we apologize for your negative experience with our product. Please contact our customer service department toll-free at 1-800-285-7333 so we may assist you further. Thank you.
              This grass seed grows it was turning green in...
              This grass seed grows it was turning green in a week even with the dry year we had
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