Grass Seed
Grass Seed
De Bruyn Seed Store is known throughout the upper Midwest for its grass seed mixtures. Specifically designed for the West Michigan area, these mixtures will do equally as well in other northern regions. De Bruyns also carries grass seed for those who do not wish to put down a seed mixture.
Summary of Recommended Lawn Grasses
| Kentucky Bluegrass | Perennial Ryegrass | Creeping Fescue | Turf-Type Fescue | Tall Fescue | |
Germination Speed (days) | Slow, 10-28 | Fast, 5-10 | Moderate, 7-14 | Moderate, 7-14 | Moderate, 7-14 |
Maturity Speed (weeks) | Slow, 10-16 | Fast, 5-8 | Slow, 8-12 | Moderate, 7-10 | Moderate, 8-12 |
| Wear Tolerance | Excellent | Good | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
| Spreading Ability | Excellent by Rhizomes | Poor, Bunch Type | Good by Rhizomes | Good, Bunch Type | Good, Bunch Type |
| Texture | Medium | Medium | Fine | Medium | Coarse |
| Fertility Requirements | High | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
Seed / 1,000 sq. ft. | 2-4 lb. | 3-5 lb. | 4-5 lb. | 4-5 lb. | 6-10 lb. |
