Product Description
Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue has been a staple in the industry for many years. It produces a tall, turf-type Fescue grass that benefits most from regular watering and fertilizing. It is known as a cool season grass but has performed satisfactorily in hot, arid areas when given proper irrigation. Kentucky 31 has been tested and certified to be free of any noxious weeds. It normally yields a germination rate of 85%. We have found the most effective broadcast rate for new lawns to be 1 Lb per 100 sq ft. When over seeding an existing lawn, it may be applied at about 1 lb per 150 sq ft.

How To Use Tips
When seeding a new lawn, you will find that soil preparation and watering are the keys to success. Loosen soil at least 4" deep by rototilling or spading. Remove large rocks and other debris; sifting is not necessary. In arid desert climates, add organic soil amendments at the rate of 2 cu ft per 30 sq ft of surface area. In areas where there's lots of naturally occurring organic matter, you can skip this step. Broadcast a starter fertilizer like Dr. Q's Seed & Sod Starter at the rate of 1 Lb per 250 sq ft. Next, broadcast your seed at the 1 lb per 100 sq ft rate. Don't mix the two together in the same spreader since pellet/seed sizes will make the application spotty and uneven. Finally, cover your seed with steer manure or top dressing. A 1/8" to 1/4" covering is quite sufficient. A thicker covering will cost more and might smother your seed. There's nothing worse than having to do a job over! Following these tips will help you get it right the first time. Once the seed is covered, keep it moist at all times until it sprouts. Check our complete line of dual-purpose spreaders to evenly spread seed and fertilizer.