What is the best fertilizer for tall fescue?
For Fescue, it is best to use a slow-release formula with a 3-1-2 ratio. An example would be a 12-4-8 fertilizer. It is important to use slow-release fertilizers whenever possible. Most major brands of lawn fertilizer will have a combination of soluble and slow-release forms of nitrogen (indicated on the label).
What should I Overseed tall fescue with?
You should try to use a seed that is the same as your grass. For example, if you have turf-type tall fescue, then use turf-type tall fescue seed or a blend of turf-type tall fescue seed and Kentucky bluegrass seed. Be careful about using bargain store seed brands for overseeding lawns.
How many pounds of tall fescue should be planted per 1000 sq ft?
Tall fescue can be overseeded at the rate of 3-5 pounds per 1000 square feet (Usually 1/2 new lawn rate).
How long does it take for Pennington tall fescue to germinate?
Post-Planting Care Grass seed requires consistent moisture for germination and establishment. Proper watering is critical to seed success. Irrigate newly seeded areas frequently, so the top 1 inch of soil remains moist. This may require several waterings per day as tall fescue seed germinates over seven to 21 days.
How do you winterize tall fescue?
Raking your tall fescue lawn helps to break up soil clumps and cover new seeds before grass grows dormant in the winter. During the cold winter months, cool season grasses such as turf type tall fescue stops top growth.
When should I reseed tall fescue?
Late summer to early fall is the best time to plant tall fescue seed. Fall offers several advantages not available any other time of year. As air temperatures drop in autumn, soil still retains some summer warmth.
What happens if you put too much grass seed down?
All plants, including grass plants, need adequate soil space for roots to spread and develop. If you put down too much grass seed, you will encourage competition that will cause your grass seedlings to struggle after germination because there will be excessive competition for sunlight, soil nutrients, and water.
Does tall fescue turn brown in the winter?
Cool-season grasses grow well there because they are adapted to the cold winters. Tall fescue is especially well suited for the Transition Zone because of its high heat and drought tolerance. However, they often go dormant and turn brown during the winter months when temperatures are consistently below 60 degree F.
What does tall fescue look like in winter?
Not if it is healthy! A sign of a healthy fescue lawn is that it keeps most or all of its dark green coloring through the winter. Even still, it should not turn brown during the winter. In the event that fescue turns brown in the winter, it may be a sign of damage done during a heavy snow or frost on lawn areas.