SeedRanch Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue Grass Seed - 5 Lbs.

Kentucky 31 Tall FescueAlso known as K 31 was introduced into the United States from Europe in the early 1800's. Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue grass thus became established in pastures and and lawns across North America. While Kentucky 31 tall fescue has and is used extensively for live stock pasture grass, agronomists no longer recommend Kentucky 31 for livestock pastures due to the presence of endophytes. Endophytes are a naturally occurring fungus in fescue grass species that protect the grass from insects and disease.Kentucky 31 Tall fescue is now used primarily in turf and lawn grass applications.While K-31 can make a nice turf lawn, notice the more coarse open appearance compared to other improved turf types.When used as a lawn grass, Kentucky 31 exhibits these desirable traits: Attractive green color. Considered drought resistant. Handles traffic - wear well. More heat tolerant than other Tall Fescue varieties Easy to establish and economical Kentucky 31 is one of the older "proven" lawn grass varieties with a light green, coarse texture. K-31 remains popular still because of it's lower price and good overall usage qualities (drought / wear / easy establishment). This variety selection is ideal for average lawn and turf use.Establishment of Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue GrassDaily Light Required: Full sun to medium shade (4-8 hours of daily sun) Sun Tolerance: Very good Shade Tolerance: Moderate Grass Color: Dark green Grass Texture: Moderately fine Drought Tolerance: Excellent Disease Resistance: Excellent Traffic Tolerance: Good Planting Zones: 1,2,3,5,6,7,8, upper parts of zones 9 & 12 Recommended Planting Dates: Early spring or early fall Planting Rate: New Lawns: 8 lbs/1,000 sq ft Overseeding: 4 lbs/1,000 sq ft Planting Depth: 1/8 inches Germination: 7-21 days Mowing Height: 3-4 inches