Classic Turf Grass Mix

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Seeds can be stored for 1 to 2 years.

Description

Classic Turf is a perfect choice for lawns in northern climates like Canada and works well in both Sun or Shade. It combines three proven turf species, each selected for its performance, appearance and adaptability. 

This quality mix is ideal for home lawns or grassed areas on acreages. We regularly use Classic Turf when seeding permanent grass on our farm. It produces a thick, durable lawn that looks great and grows well under a wide range of growing conditions, making it our favourite choice 

Includes Kentucky Bluegrass for its rich colour, fine texture and ability to fill in gaps via spreading rhizomes. Creeping Red Fescue for drought resistance, early spring green-up and good shade tolerance, especially under trees. Perennial Ryegrass for fast establishment, acting as a nurse crop as the turf develops and matures.

Classic Turf can be direct-seeded into loose soil or overseeded into existing grassed areas to rejuvenate the turf. Once established, it can quickly repair itself, especially with good fertility and moisture levels.

It is best to plant Classic Turf before or after the hottest summer temperatures, with April to early June or Late August to early October being the most common. 

It can also be planted in very late fall, winter or very early spring (temperatures below 10°C) to allow the freeze-thaw cycle to work the seeds into the soil. Once temperatures warm up, the seeds will germinate and begin to grow. 

Watering properly is critical to seeding success. Keep the soil thoroughly moist by watering daily until the seeds germinate, then water regularly as needed for the entire first season. Dry conditions during establisment is one of the most common reasons for failure   

If annual weeds come up at the same time as the grass, they usually won't cause any issues and can even help protect the young grass seedlings. After about three or four weeks of growth after emergence, the young turf should be carefully mowed to 2" or 3" to keep the weeds under control.

Mix includes: 40% Kentucky Bluegrass, 40% Creeping Red Fescue, 20% Perennial Ryegrass  

Untreated, Non-GEO Seed

2 kg covers approximately 1000 sq. ft
10 kg covers approximately 5000 sq. ft

• Hardiness: Cool Season Perennials
• Growth Rate: Slow
• Germination: 10 - 30 days
• Planting Dates: Apr 15 - Jun 1, Aug 15 - Oct 15 
• Seeding Rate (Turf): 2 kg per 1000 sq. ft (90kg per acre)
• Seeding Rate (Cover Crop or Pasture): 0.5 - 1kg per 1000 sq. ft (22kg per acre)
• Max Planting Depth: 0.25” - 0.5"  
• Growth Habit: Sod forming
• Benefits: Self-repairing, tolerates high amounts of traffic, extensive root system, improves soil structure, captures nutrients, 
• Sun Exposure: Full Sun - Part Shade
• Usual Seed Life: 1-2 years 
• Cover Crop Management: Best used in managed areas that will receive mowing or grazing. Can be overseeded annually or left to self-repair.  

Highest Quality Standards

Our cover crop seed comes from high-quality stock and is tested for germination. We've selected the best varieties available to maximize each species' potential.