Shade Grass Seed - Lesco

For areas with 25-65% reduced sunlight

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Shade Grass Seed Mix is formulated to provide a maximum level of tolerance to limited sunlight. The Fine Fescues are recognized to be the most shade tolerant of the cool-season turf grasses. The premium varieties used in this mix exhibit improved disease resistance and darker green color. This mix is recommended for areas with 25-65% reduced sunlight (at least 4 hours per day is recommended) and will also provide good turf in areas of shade to sun transition. The Perennial Ryegrass and Kentucky Bluegrass increase the traffic and wear tolerance of this mix.

Advanced generation cultivars
Shade Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Dark Green Color
Self repair capability

Directions:

New Lawn Installation:

8-10 lbs. per 1,000 sqft.
Soil must be fully prepared before seeding. Free from all vegetation and soil must be loose and not compacted.
Apply Starter Fertilizer. Apply lime if needed.
Top-dress seed with SeedAide Cover Grow starting mulch for faster germination

Aeration & Overseeding:

4-6 lbs. per 1,000 sqft. depending on existing condition of turf.
Core aeration loosens soil and relieves compaction. Overseed after aeration
Apply Starter Fertilizer. Apply lime if needed.
Top-dress any bare areas with SeedAide Cover Grow starting mulch for faster germination.

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Key	Value
Lawn Types	Tall fescue, Kentucky bluegrass
Special Features	For areas with 25-65% reduced sunlight
Application Rate	Overseeding 4-6 lbs. per 1,000 sqft New Lawns 8-10 lbs. per 1,000 sqft.
Time to Apply	Fall, Spring
Brand	Lesco

Frequently Asked

When should I plant shade grass seed?

Spring and fall are the best times to plant shade grass seed. However, you can plant it anytime of the year as long as you prepare the soil correctly. Also making sure you keep the seed moist is key to germination

What is the best grass seed for shade?

Lesco has found the best varieties to battle shady areas in your lawn. This mix hits all areas including traffic, sunlight, dark green color, and self-repair capability.

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Curtis p. 03/28/2025

That grass seed is probably what I need however lots of trees around but I would say there’s more sun than shade. It’s probably 60-40 more sun

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Lawn Synergy 03/28/2025

4-6 hours of sun is ideal. Sounds like this would be a great blend for your project.

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PENorton 11/10/2024

I want to match my current seed which seed is it and what is the current price. Les o Shade seed mixture lot # M63-24-SHD14-1 item 20-02-250 I appreciate your help. Thanks Paul.

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Lawn Synergy 01/05/2025

Hi Paul, If you can let me know the exact varieties in that lot, we can see if our current lot matches.

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Daniel 04/25/2024

What is the cut hight on the shade mix. I want to be sure to cut it right? Please forward this to me in an email

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Lawn Synergy 04/25/2024

3-4.5 inches will be perfect!

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Benjamin 03/29/2024

Will this grow in San Antonio TX (8b) or is that too far south? Need something that can handle partial/moderate shade.

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Lawn Synergy 04/15/2024

It should be fine. Keep it watered during the heat of summer to make sure it doesn’t dry out.

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Bill 03/04/2024

Will this grass grow / survive in Dallas, Tx, zone 8a

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Lawn Synergy 03/05/2024

Yes - It will need some sunlight and it will need to be checked often during the summer months for watering.

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