{"product_id":"grass-seed-blend-of-turf-type-tall-fescue-and-kentucky-bluegrass-for-sun-and-partially-shaded-lawns-390393","title":"Grass Seed Blend of Turf-Type Tall Fescue and Kentucky Bluegrass for Sun and Partially Shaded Lawns","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis grass seed blend combines 85% turf-type tall fescue and 15% Kentucky bluegrass for establishing lawns or overseeding existing turf. The Kentucky bluegrass component contributes spreading growth and limited self-repair, helping the lawn fill in over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGCI Turf Cool Blue is a cool-season blend selected for transition-zone and northern U.S. lawns in full sun to partial shade. Choose a 10 lb, 25 lb or 45 lb bag to suit your seeding area and application rate. Fall is the preferred planting season; keep the seedbed consistently moist during establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour-way blend of turf-type tall fescue and Kentucky bluegrass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKentucky bluegrass contributes spreading growth and limited self-repair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse for bare-soil seeding or overseeding existing lawns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in 10 lb, 25 lb and 45 lb bags.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grass Seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrass blend:\u003c\/strong\u003e 85% turf-type tall fescue; 15% Kentucky bluegrass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBag weights:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 lb; 25 lb; 45 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate suitability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transition zone and northern U.S.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMowing height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5–4.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred planting season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting soil temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50–65°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoor lawn overseeding rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–8 lb per 1,000 sq ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood lawn overseeding rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–6 lb per 1,000 sq ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBare-soil seeding rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10 lb per 1,000 sq ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTall fescue germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–10 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKentucky bluegrass germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14–30 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store dry and cool; shelf life up to 2 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich bag size should I choose for my lawn?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose your grass seed bag by lawn area and seeding rate: use 8–10 lb per 1,000 sq ft on bare soil, 6–8 lb for a poor lawn overseed, or 3–6 lb for a good lawn overseed. The blend comes in 10 lb, 25 lb and 45 lb bags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan this blend grow in a partially shaded lawn?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, this tall fescue and Kentucky bluegrass blend is suitable for full sun to partial shade. It is selected for transition-zone and northern U.S. lawns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I plant this cool-season grass seed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFall is the preferred planting season for this blend, with soil temperatures of 50–65°F. Spring planting is less recommended because of weed pressure and heat stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy might some seedlings appear later than others?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe two grass types germinate at different speeds: tall fescue takes 4–10 days, while Kentucky bluegrass takes 14–30 days. Keep the seedbed consistently moist while both components establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I water the seed during establishment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater this grass seed lightly and frequently to keep the soil consistently moist, typically 2–4 times per day during establishment. 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