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Pennington Smart Seed Tall Fescue Grass Seed, 3 lb

4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 1,054 ratings
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Plant or Animal Product Type Herbs
Brand Pennington
Color Grass Seed
Special Feature Durable
Sunlight Exposure Full Sun
Unit Count 48.0 Ounce
Product Care Instructions Water
Soil Type Sandy Soil

About this item

  • This 3 pound bag covers 750 Square feet
  • Save up to 30% more water each year versus ordinary grass seed
  • Superior drought, heat, and disease resistance
  • Lower growing blend requiring less mowing than common fescues
  • Maintains a deep green color throughout the growing season

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Product Description

Enjoy a resilient, durable, dark green lawn You can be proud of with Pennington Smart seed tall Fescue. This premium cool-season blend of Turf-Type tall Fescue varieties brings your lawn improved resistance to heat, cold, shade, drought & disease. Suited to a wide range of climates, including the challenging transition zone, this tall Fescue blend is ideal for lawns that receive four to eight hours of daily sun.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pennington grass seed perennial grass seed?

All of our grasses are perennials, unless it specifically states it is an annual ryegrass.

What is Penkoted grass seed?

The exclusive Pennington Seed Penkoted Seed Technology improves each seed's ability to grow into a healthy plant, resulting in a thick, beautiful lawn.

Is Pennington grass seed safe for pets?

Animals and children should be kept off the seeded area until the seed has been initially watered in and dried. Be sure to consult the safety label on the packaging for additional instructions.

How long can I store grass seed?

You can store grass up to two years after the test date, as long as it's in a cool and dry area. The test date can be found on the seed tag on the back of each grass seed bag.

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What grass seed is right for my area?

Due to varying climates, soil conditions and regions, matching the best cool- or warm-season grasses to your growing region is critical. We recommend reading "Recommended Grasses for Regional Climates" in Pennington.com's resource section to learn what grass grows best in your area.

How long does it take grass seed to germinate?

How long it takes grass seed to germinate depends on what type of grass seed you have planted. For most grass seed types, it can take between 7 to 21 days to germinate. In some cases, like centipede and zenith zoysia, it can take up to 30 days.

Why isn’t my grass seed germinating?

There are many variables that can effect germination, ranging from temperature to soil abnormalities. We would recommend having a soil test done prior to seeding to ensure that the proper nutrients are in the soil for optimal germination.

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Customer reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars
4.1 out of 5
1,054 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the color, quality and thickness of the plant seed. They mention that it makes any part of their lawn look great, it's worth it and that it grows in thick. However, some disagree on growth rate, and performance.

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14 customers mention14 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the color of the plant seed. They mention that it's lush, green, and full looking. Some say that it germinates quickly and makes any part of their lawn look great.

"...It did pretty well the grass is soft and lush, and blended nicely with the clover...." Read more

"...His grass is so green and full looking. All this in just one year. I plan to spread these seeds as soon as the weather permits...." Read more

"...But it does work and looks nice, just keep it watered and be patient." Read more

"...In brief: the Pennington seed came in fast, thick and green, everything I was hoping for...." Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the plant seeds. They mention that it's worth the price, a great product, and the perfect product for their needs.

"...I plan to spread these seeds as soon as the weather permits. The price was better than other brands I reviewed...." Read more

"...Its extra cost (vs, for example, the Scott seed) is very much worth paying.I won't be using any other seed in the future...." Read more

"...close to the Scotts and other premium grass seeds, but I think it’s worth it...." Read more

"...It grows in shade and can withstand the Texas heat. Perfect product for what I needed." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers are happy with the thickness of the plant seed. They say it sprouts fast and grows in thick.

"...But after about a month it was growing nicely and thick with barely any care from myself. I like the grass type...." Read more

"...In brief: the Pennington seed came in fast, thick and green, everything I was hoping for...." Read more

"...Seed sprouted fast, grew in thick, and is a lush green color. Very pleased." Read more

"...a week could see the fine green shoots popping up.....a month later, thick, long & lush!" Read more

36 customers mention18 positive18 negative

Customers are mixed about the growth rate of the plant seed. Some mention it grows quick, while others say it doesn't grow at all.

"...but after that it started to grow kinda fast. in full sunlight and watered but still took 2 weeks and not as much grass grew as it should have." Read more

"Didn't germinate and grow like tall fescue I have planted in the past(another brand).." Read more

"...But after about a month it was growing nicely and thick with barely any care from myself. I like the grass type...." Read more

"...I watered as per the directions and laid seed fertilizer and they never sprouted...." Read more

7 customers mention4 positive3 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the plant seed. Some mention it works well, while others say it didn't work well.

"...But it does work and looks nice, just keep it watered and be patient." Read more

"Product doesn’t work—try another brand like Scott’s 😢..." Read more

"Worked well, just take up the soil to puncture/mix, add water. Be mindful of animals interest in the seeds. Easy growing grass seeds for me in Texas." Read more

"Didn’t work wellThe regular Seeds Grows more fast than this one sorry" Read more

Great grass for New York
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Great grass for New York
I put a first batch of seed in late August. Grew in full by September with no issues. Picked up another bag recently (October) to fill in some light spots that could use some more fill. All I did was water 2x daily and saw sprouts within 3 weeks.We have been getting good October weather here in N.Y. so there should not be any issues. Will post an update.
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Top reviews from the United States

julie
5.0 out of 5 stars Spread seed evenly and thickly, And water well.
Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2020
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I have used this seed on past lawns, and when I moved to this house last winter the yard was an absolute mess poor, compacted, rocky soil. I worked it fairly well in the spring and put down a combination of this seed and clover. It did pretty well the grass is soft and lush, and blended nicely with the clover. I had two unexpected surgeries and was unable to water at all for a month. And we had a terrible drought this summer in the Northeast. The areas where I didn’t plant enough of this seed or clover or absolutely taken over by the crabgrass and other obnoxious weeds. I have ordered two more bags of this, and one more bag of the clover. I will make sure that when I put it down this week I really fill in all the areas well. Even during the drought the clover stayed green. This grass did turn brown, as it’s survival mechanism. But once I was able to start watering again and it came right back. Very happy with this product and recommend putting clover down with any grass To help it survive the rough times…
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Margret N.
5.0 out of 5 stars Worked so well for my neighbor, I had to buy it
Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2020
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My neighbor bought this item and I could not believe the difference in his yard to mine. His grass is so green and full looking. All this in just one year. I plan to spread these seeds as soon as the weather permits. The price was better than other brands I reviewed. I mainly went with this brand because I have first-hand knowledge of the outcome. I am sure my backyard will look as good as his, it has too it is the same product. I will definitely purchase more from this seller when the time comes. Very fast shipping.
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B. Betts
4.0 out of 5 stars This does work - but be patient!
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2020
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I have used other grass seed that was up within a week or two weeks. I was about to write a bad review on this after the seeds sat there for almost 3 weeks with nothing! Then all of a sudden it started coming up! I am in North Carolina so not sure if that makes a difference. I will buy more in the spring to fill in the rest of my yard that looks bad, may grow faster in the spring. But it does work and looks nice, just keep it watered and be patient.
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Amazon Customer
3.0 out of 5 stars ok product
Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2019
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took about 2 weeks before i started to see grass. but after that it started to grow kinda fast. in full sunlight and watered but still took 2 weeks and not as much grass grew as it should have.
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Chris Back
5.0 out of 5 stars Helped with winter erosion control
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2021
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Had to move some dirt in backyard this winter on a slight slope so needed grass quick to help with erosion. Normally I prefer Rye due to it’s cheaper cost and quick growth but was too cold for that. This took a few weeks to get going but we were in a big cold snap at the time which may have slowed its initial start. But after about a month it was growing nicely and thick with barely any care from myself. I like the grass type. We’ll see how it handles the coming summer.
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D. Mac
1.0 out of 5 stars Tried Twice and Did Not Work
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2024
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Bought two bags of this a year apart to repair bare spots in my yard. Neither ever sprouted grass. Watered as recommended. This year I bought Scott’s EZ Seed and Repair Tall Fescue. After one week I had little sprouts showing up. In 3 weeks it’s growing nicely and evenly covered. I have no idea why the Pennington never worked.
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cchunter
5.0 out of 5 stars Great grass was popping up through peat moss after only a week
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2020
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We planted this grass seed in a very shady area of our backyard in Northeast Oklahoma where nothing grows. I covered the grass with a layer of peat moss and kept the peat moss moist. After only one week the grass started popping up through the peat moss. We are now at about 1.5 weeks and the tender blades of grass some are reaching about 3 inches tall while others are still coming up through the peat moss.
Delivery was fast after purchase and the parcel arrived without damages. I have only used a small portion of the seed but if I need more seed this is certainly a product that I would order.
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pTsd44
5.0 out of 5 stars Superb seed!
Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2019
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To see why I have such a high opinion of this product, see my 1-star review of Scott's Sun and Shade seed.

In brief: the Pennington seed came in fast, thick and green, everything I was hoping for. Its extra cost (vs, for example, the Scott seed) is very much worth paying.

I won't be using any other seed in the future.

P.S. I live in Northern Virginia, about 20 miles due West of DC.
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