Shady Lawn Grass Seed

This grass seed mixture is specifically designed to flourish in shaded areas, such as beneath trees or buildings, while requiring minimal maintenance.

Key Features:

• Perfect for shaded areas under trees or buildings
• Low maintenance for easy upkeep
• Tolerates low light conditions effectively
• Sow at 35–50g/m2 

15% Smooth Stalk Meadow Grass
25% Chewings Fescue
20% Slender Creeping Red Fescue
35% Strong Creeping Red Fescue
5% Highland Bent

- Clear the area. Remove debris, stones, and weeds.

- Prepare the soil. Loosen to 15cm.

- Level the surface. Use a rake to smooth, firm with a roller if needed.

 - Allow settling. Let the soil rest for a week and remove emerging weeds then, rake the soil lightly to loosen the top layer.

 - Sow your grass seed. Spread the grass seed evenly at 35-50g/m2 using a spreader.  

- Incorporate the seed. Rake gently, then roll or tread to ensure good contact with the soil.

- Water regularly. Lightly water every evening during dry periods.

- Mow when ready. Mow the grass once it reaches 3-4 inches, gradually lowering the cut height.

- Feed lightly, if needed. Apply a low-nitrogen
lawn feed once the lawn is established, especially in poor soils.

- Control weeds manually. Avoid herbicides in
the first 6 months, hand-weed or spot-treat if necessary.

- Aerate as needed. In compacted or high-traffic areas, consider aerating in spring or autumn to improve root health.

- Monitor and reseed bare patches. Overseed thin areas in early autumn or spring to maintain full coverage.

We offer a flat shipping rate of £5.99.

Garden lawn grass seed mixtures are typically dispatched within 1 to 3 working days. If your order also includes products from the agricultural, landscaping, or equine ranges, they may be shipped separately.

We aim to ensure customer satisfaction with all products supplied. If you experience any issues with your order, please contact us at info@kentseeds.co.uk within 5 working days of the dispatch date, quoting your order number and a detailed description of the issue.

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1. Is the Shady Grass Seed Mix really effective under trees or next to buildings?
Yes, this mix is specially blended to cope with the lower light levels found in those tricky spots. Whether it’s beneath a tree canopy or tucked beside a shed, this mix gives you a chance at a green, thriving lawn where other seeds might struggle.

2. Will this seed mix need a lot of upkeep?
Not at all. The Shady Lawn Grass Seed Mix is a low-fuss mix—perfect if you want greenery without constant attention. Once it’s established, it tends to look after itself with just the basics: mowing, watering, and a little feed now and then.

3. Can I mix the Shady Grass Seed Mix with other lawn seed types?
You certainly can, especially if your garden has a mix of sun and shade. Blending the Shady Grass Seed with out Classic Grass Seed can help create a more even, healthy lawn across the whole space.