A premium cool-season mix designed for lawns that receive both sun and shade. Combines the quick establishment of ryegrass with the lush density and longevity of Kentucky Bluegrass for a year-round green, resilient surface.
Features Benefits
For Partial Shade Areas
Turf Type Perennial Ryegrass:
Fast to germinate, provides early cover, durable and fine-textured for a soft finish.
Kentucky Bluegrass:
Forms a dense, self-repairing lawn with rich colour and excellent shade and cold tolerance.
Ideal For:
Management:
Regularly mown home lawns, shaded garden areas, mixed-aspect yards.
Watering:
Moderate; prefers consistent moisture during establishment.
Region:
Cool to temperate zones across southern Australia.
Soil Type:
Suits well-drained, fertile soils with moderate organic matter.
Aspect:
Partial shade to filtered sun (3–6 hours of light daily).
Varities Used
SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS APPLY FOR WESTERN AUSTRALIA AND TASMANIA
Please note seed may be coated for protection and to enhance germination. Batches may vary.
- Kentucky Bluegrass
- Turf Type Perennial Ryegrass
Sowing Instructions
Rate: 3–5 kg per 100 m².
Depth: No deeper than 10 mm below surface.
Preparation: Remove weeds, lightly rake soil, and ensure good seed-to-soil contact.
Watering: Keep soil moist until full germination (7–14 days).
Management & Mowing Instructions
First mow when grass reaches 6–8 cm high.
Maintain at 25–40 mm height for density and appearance.
Apply balanced lawn fertiliser during active growth.
Avoid heavy traffic until the lawn is fully established.
The Shady Sun Lawn Seed is formulated for partial shade and filtered sunlight (3–6 hours daily). The ryegrass establishes quickly, while Kentucky Bluegrass provides dense, shade-tolerant coverage that thrives even in lower light conditions.
How much seed do I need to sow?Use 3–5 kg per 100 m². Prepare the soil by removing weeds, lightly raking, and ensuring good seed-to-soil contact. Keep the area moist until germination (7–14 days).
When and how should I mow my new lawn?Begin mowing when the grass reaches 6–8 cm high. Maintain at 25–40 mm for a dense, soft finish. Avoid heavy foot traffic until your lawn is fully established for best results.
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A premium cool-season mix designed for lawns that receive both sun and shade. Combines the quick establishment of ryegrass with the lush density and longevity of Kentucky Bluegrass for a year-round green, resilient surface.
Features Benefits
For Partial Shade Areas
Turf Type Perennial Ryegrass:
Fast to germinate, provides early cover, durable and fine-textured for a soft finish.
Kentucky Bluegrass:
Forms a dense, self-repairing lawn with rich colour and excellent shade and cold tolerance.
Ideal For:
Management:
Regularly mown home lawns, shaded garden areas, mixed-aspect yards.
Watering:
Moderate; prefers consistent moisture during establishment.
Region:
Cool to temperate zones across southern Australia.
Soil Type:
Suits well-drained, fertile soils with moderate organic matter.
Aspect:
Partial shade to filtered sun (3–6 hours of light daily).
Varities Used
SHIPPING RESTRICTIONS APPLY FOR WESTERN AUSTRALIA AND TASMANIA
Please note seed may be coated for protection and to enhance germination. Batches may vary.
- Kentucky Bluegrass
- Turf Type Perennial Ryegrass
Sowing Instructions
Rate: 3–5 kg per 100 m².
Depth: No deeper than 10 mm below surface.
Preparation: Remove weeds, lightly rake soil, and ensure good seed-to-soil contact.
Watering: Keep soil moist until full germination (7–14 days).
Management & Mowing Instructions
First mow when grass reaches 6–8 cm high.
Maintain at 25–40 mm height for density and appearance.
Apply balanced lawn fertiliser during active growth.
Avoid heavy traffic until the lawn is fully established.
The Shady Sun Lawn Seed is formulated for partial shade and filtered sunlight (3–6 hours daily). The ryegrass establishes quickly, while Kentucky Bluegrass provides dense, shade-tolerant coverage that thrives even in lower light conditions.
How much seed do I need to sow?Use 3–5 kg per 100 m². Prepare the soil by removing weeds, lightly raking, and ensuring good seed-to-soil contact. Keep the area moist until germination (7–14 days).
When and how should I mow my new lawn?Begin mowing when the grass reaches 6–8 cm high. Maintain at 25–40 mm for a dense, soft finish. Avoid heavy foot traffic until your lawn is fully established for best results.
