50# CREEPING RED FESCUE

Creeping red fescue (Festuca rubra L.) is a premium cool-season, fine fescue turfgrass known for its adaptability and performance in shaded, low-maintenance, and natural areas. Whether you're creating a lush home lawn, recreational space, or maintaining golf courses, this high-quality seed is an excellent choice.

Key Features:

• Shade Tolerance: Performs exceptionally well in shaded areas and is a key component in shade mixes.
• Low Maintenance: Requires minimal fertility and upkeep, making it ideal for eco-conscious lawn care.
• Versatile Use: Suitable for lawns, parks, golf courses, and recreational areas. Can be used alone or mixed with other turfgrasses like hard fescue, chewings fescue, tall fescue, perennial ryegrass, and Kentucky bluegrass.
• Drought Tolerance: Resilient to dry conditions with fair traffic tolerance.

Planting Guidelines:

Planting Step	Details
Soil Preparation	Adjust pH to 5.0-6.5 for optimal growth. Ensure soil is well-drained.
Seeding Rate	4-5 lbs./1000 sq. ft. for new lawns; 2-3 lbs./1000 sq. ft. for overseeding.
Planting Depth	Seed depth should be ¼-½ inch for best results.
Ideal Planting Time	Spring or early fall when conditions are optimal for establishment.

Maintenance Recommendations:

Maintenance Step	Details
Mowing Height	Maintain grass height at 1.5-2.5 inches.
Fertilization	Apply 1-2 lbs. of nitrogen and potassium per 1000 sq. ft. annually.
Irrigation	Water during extended drought periods to ensure survival.
Weed Management	Use pre- and post-emergent herbicides as per label directions.
Disease/Insect Control	Apply fungicides and insecticides as needed for pests and diseases.

Creeping red fescue thrives in low-maintenance and shaded conditions, providing a lush and durable lawn. This seed mix is an excellent investment for a vibrant, environmentally friendly turf solution.