The Best Grass Seed For Shade of May 2023: Rankings & Reviews by Experts

3 pound bag

1,800 Square foot coverage

100% superior grass seed

Scotts Turf Builder Grass Seed Southern Gold Mix For Tall Fescue Lawns is bred to stand up to harsh conditions including heat and drought

Southern grass seed mix designed to thrive in harsh summer conditions of sun, shade, and high traffic, with a medium-coarse bladed texture and high drought resistance

Exclusive 4 in 1 WaterSmart PLUS Coating absorbs more water, feeds with essential nutrients and protects seedlings from diseases.

Seeds up to 5,000 sq. ft.

Not available in all states

Repairs bare spots in two weeks or less.

Everything you need to grow lush, thick grass is pre-mixed and ready to use

Combination of premium Smart Seed grass seed, professional-grade fertilizer, and mulch.

Covers up to 150 sq. ft. with 7-14 day seed germination

GROWS THICK, TURF-LIKE LAWNS: Our Bermuda grass seed mix is the easiest way to create a beautiful, lush green lawn that will be the envy of your neighbors. Our seed mix can also be used for erosion control applications. (the bag you receive may appear different than the picture)

TOLERATES HEAVY TRAFFIC: Our Bermuda grass seeds for lawn give your lawn a lush, green appearance year after year and grows thick enough to suppress weeds without requiring additional fertilizer or herbicides. Often used for golf courses, parks, lawns and athletic fields, it's among the best choices for lawns in areas that receive heavy wear.

BUILT TO WITHSTAND HEAT & DROUGHT: This grass is easy to grow and is reliable to grow in southern and transitional climates. The seeds produce fine-bladed grass and have a high tolerance for drought.

WORKS WELL IN STUBBORN SPOTS: Trust Hancock's Bermuda turf builder to perform well in dry, sandy areas, wet areas, horse pastures, wash-outs, new pasture applications, new lawn applications, and where many other grass varieties will not grow.

SEEDS DIRECT FROM FARMERS SINCE 1978: Our Bermuda grass is grown, harvested and processed by Hancock Farm & Seed Co., in Florida, USA. We're a fourth-generation family-owned and operated company bringing you 40 years of top-quality seeds at a great price.

Helps turn weak, thin grass into a thick, green lawn

Use across an entire lawn

Apply once in the spring and once in the late summer/early fall

Easily apply with a Scotts spreader across the entire lawn once in the spring and once in the late summer/early fall, then water daily, or as needed, for the first two weeks

One 12-lb. bag seeds 1,200 sq. ft.

Designed for full sun and dense shade, fine bladed texture and medium to high drought resistance

Exclusive 4 in 1 WaterSmart PLUS Coating absorbs more water, feeds with essential nutrients and protects seedlings from disease

Includes Scotts best seed, protects against disease, keeps seed moist 2x longer and feeds to jumpstart growth for thicker, greener grass

Scotts most versatile mix; stays green even in extreme conditions of dense shade or scorching sun

Aggressively spreads to repair bare and thin spots, and seeds up to 2,800 sq. ft.

Not available in LA, GU, PR, VI

Grass seed: Scotts best high performance grass seed

Mulch: absorbs 6x its weight in water and expands to surround the seed in a moist protective layer

Fertilizer: Exclusive controlled release technology feeds seedlings to jumpstart growth

Tackifier: Helps keep seed from washing away

Grows in full sun and dense shade, high traffic areas and on slopes; seeds up to 890 sq. ft.

The perfect mix of Tall Fescue and Fine Fescue to thrive in shady conditions

Grow thick, green grass in areas of your lawn that don't receive much sunlight

Contains just the right amount of fertilizer to help your lawn succeed

Requires only 2 to 6 hours of sunlight

Disease and traffic-resistant for a strong, durable lawn

Save up to 30% more water year after year versus ordinary grass seed

Guaranteed to grow

See results in 8 to 16 days

This bag covers up to 750 sq. ft.

👨🏻‍⚕️ 𝗣𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗛𝗡𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗚𝗬 - Our unique Pro-Nitro Coating is a brand new, never seen before technology, which we developed to generate a faster germination with less resources & input! Watch your lawn blossom into a thicker, lusher and greener lawn! It is easy to spread uniformly, reduces bird feeding, is a perfect competition against weeds and has the ability to keep the water closer to the seed which results in better germination & development - The perfect all rounder!

🌗 𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗩𝗘𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗦𝗘 𝗦𝗛𝗔𝗗𝗘 + 𝗦𝗨𝗡𝗡𝗬 𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗦 - Our grass seed for shade and hard to grow areas feels right at home in shade & sun alike and grows into a rich dark green lawn which is incredibly soft to walk on. For your convenience it grows slower and requires less mowing. Ideal for northern lawns, as our premium grade shade grass seed handles cold weather conditions better, thins less during winter & leaves a better lawn every spring. 🇺🇸 𝗠𝗔𝗗𝗘 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗨𝗦𝗔

💎 𝟭𝟬𝟬% 𝗣𝗨𝗥𝗘 & 𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗜𝗟𝗨𝗧𝗘𝗗 - Big brands often don’t disclose their composition on purpose. How many high quality seeds do you really get when there’s 7 or more different types included? Our Shade & Sun mix uses the 3 best seeds for dense shade & sunny areas - no compromises! 10% Kentucky Bluegrass seed, 40% Perennial Rye Grass Seeds, 50% Red Fescue grass seed make up the ideal shade lawn seed, northern grass seed and shaded seed.

🏎️ 𝗦𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗗 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘 - Germination starts between 4-7 days, 90% of seeds sprout within 14 days and it only takes 30 to 60 days for an established lawn. And contrary to cheaper seeds we include perennial turf types with a much longer life cycle which establish a permanent lawn and return year after year.💡 Please note that the amount sold is for 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 an existing lawn to make it thicker and stronger. For a completely new lawn a double amount is required

🔒 𝟭𝟬𝟬% 𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗦𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗚𝗨𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗘 - Try our grass seed shade tolerant absolutely risk free! If at any point in time - for whatever reason - you’re unhappy with your new grass seeds for lawn sun and shade just contact us! We’ll either refund you in full, send you a free replacement or work with you until you’re completely satisfied! Beyond Amazons regular return window & even if you already applied the product! Just message us & we’ll take good care of you 🙋‍♀️

A premium grass seed mix of Kentucky Bluegrass, Perennial Ryegrass and Fine Fescues

Survives summer heat and harsh winters

Contains just the right amount of fertilizer to help your lawn succeed

For areas getting 4 to 6 hours of sunlight

Excellent disease resistance and very good drought tolerance

Save up to 30% more water year after year versus ordinary grass seed

Guaranteed to grow

See results in 8 to 14 days

This bag covers up to 6,660 sq. ft.