Whether you are ready to sow a new lawn or patch up an existing one that has been worn or damaged, choosing the best grass seed is essential.
We’ve put together this blog to help you decide the best grass seed for your lawn.
Understand Your Lawn Needs
Before choosing the right grass seed for your lawn, it’s essential to understand your lawn’s specific needs. Consider the amount of sunlight your lawn receives, the soil type, and the intended use of your lawn. For instance, if you live in an area with limited sunlight, you’ll want a grass seed that’s shade-tolerant, for example the BS Shady Place Grass Seed. Or, if your current lawn just needs a bit of care, then our lawn repair grass seed can get your lawn back to looking its best. Understanding these factors will help you choose the best grass seed for a lush green lawn that thrives in your specific conditions.
Family or utility lawns
Family lawns need to withstand a lot of traffic and must be easy to repair. A predominantly ryegrass seed mixture such as our BS Premier Lawn Grass Seed or BS Child's Play Lawn Seed is best, as they are mixtures including tough grasses that grow back quickly. Other than a regular mow and feed, these types of lawns will need very little attention and are extremely tolerant of use by children and dogs.
Gardeners or landscape lawns
For a beautiful fine lawn that can withstand regular use, but neither needs to be a play area nor a bowling green, you can use a mix such as BS Quality Hard Wearing Lawn Seed (for lawns that are regularly used) or BS Quality Fine Lawn Seed. Hard wearing lawn seed contains plenty of hardy, fast-growing ryegrass whereas the fine lawn seed is composed of finer grasses. With a regular feed and mowing regime, topped up by raking or scarifying every two to three years, you will have a great looking lawn with relatively little maintenance.
Ornamental lawns
For the ultimate in luxurious lawns and that 'bowling green' look, you need a mix of extremely fine grasses that thrive after a close crop. Our BS Bowling Green Grass Seed mixture is a blend of the very best fine-leaved species of grass that can be safely cut as low as 5mm. Beware, as such a lawn is extremely high-maintenance and will need to be aerated and scarified regularly to keep it looking its best. In the right hands, an ornamental lawn can look absolutely stunning.
Choosing the Right Grass Seed Type
With so many types of grass seed available, choosing the right one can be overwhelming. Perennial ryegrass, fine leaved grasses, and fescues are popular choices for various lawn needs.
Perennial ryegrass is a fast-germinating, robust type of grass that’s perfect for family lawns due to its durability.
Fine leaved grasses, such as slender creeping red fescue, are ideal for ornamental lawns and can tolerate shade, making them perfect for creating a fine lawn.
Tall fescue is a drought-tolerant grass seed that’s excellent for lawns with limited watering. By considering your lawn’s specific needs, climate, and soil type, you can select the best grass seed to ensure a healthy and beautiful lawn. If you’re unsure and need some help, get in touch and we will be happy to help.
A word on grass seed quality
The purity (lack of weeds) and age of the lawn seed are important. Lawn grass seed in bags or boxes might be years old, so choose a reputable supplier like Boston Seeds who can provide lawn seeds and grass seeds which are produced and packed in line with DEFRA seed regulations.
Lawn Seed from Boston Seeds
At Boston Seeds, our grass seed is sold certified, which means it has exceptionally high standards of purity and germination for the best results. Read our guide on how to care for your lawn to keep it looking its best once it's established. Or, take a look at our monthly lawn care tips to see how to care for your lawn in each month of the year.
How we can help!
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