Best Grass Seeds Reviews 2018

Buying grass seed is not a capital-intensive venture. It's just one that requires some knowledge of what to look out for. That said, it still costs some money - little or not - to buy good quality grass seeds.

From our findings, you can get good grass seeds for from $5 to about $80 and above. Some of the factors that can affect the price of any grass seed is the type, the quantity being sold and the quality, among other factors. Of course, you do not expect a 25-pound pack of grass seeds to cost the same as a 3-pound pack.

Always ensure you go for the best grass seeds you can afford. Avoid cheap grass seeds so you don't end up with a lawn that will be more of a mockery than a pleasurably refreshing sight.

Choosing the right seed depends on a number of factors which tie into your personal requirements and situation. Considering these factors will make it easier for you to decide which grass seed is best for you. Some of the factors to consider include:

• Type
• Climate
• Texture
• Water Needs
• Location
• Amount of Traffic
• Resistance
• Care

Let us now look at these further:

Grass seeds are usually carefully selected by sellers for their various features and how they perform under different circumstances. Let’s take a look at the things that affect a seed:

Type:

There are different types of grass seeds that will suit different applications. Some of these different types include: The native grass which are grasses that are native to the U.S. These are used for lawns and as pasture grasses. There is the lawn grass which as the name implies is used for lawns. There is the pasture grass, the food plot grass and the turf grass among others. These different types of grasses are best for the uses their names suggest.

Aside from grass types, a packet of grass seeds can come as a mixture of totally different seeds, a blend of different species of the same seed or a single seed type. The two mixed blends are usually combined to provide a wide variation of grasses to increase the chances of germination and survival. As you would expect, the blend of different species of the same grass will present a more uniform look. Individually selected seeds are however chosen for more specific conditions and environments.

Climate:

Each grass specie will perform best in certain climates or during a specific season. Grasses are mostly divided into two categories - cool season grasses and warm season grasses. Cool season grasses like the fine fescue, tall fescue, and perennial ryegrass perform best in colder areas and seasons while warm season grasses like the Bahia grass, Bermuda grass, and Buffalo grass do better in warmer areas and seasons.

Texture:

The texture of the grass is another feature that should be considered. Though this is mostly for aesthetic reasons; aesthetics play a prominent part in your need for a lovely lawn so it is important. Some grasses have fine textures, while others have coarse textures. You can choose what texture best suits you. It is however important, that you choose grass seeds of the same texture, in order to maintain a uniform look.

Water Requirement:

Grasses like other plants, will require water in order to grow and survive. However, all grasses do not require the same amount of water or care. Some will require more than others. It is important to get a grass seed with a water requirement that matches your climate. You do not want to expose grass that does not need so much water to too much water nor do you want to subject grass that needs a lot of water to a sparse supply. Each must be placed in an environment ideal for it.

Planting Area:

Still on the issue of a grass type’s suitability to a location, aside from natural factors like the weather, there is also such factor as the location of the lawn. Is there a lot of foot traffic? Is it directly under sunlight or in a shaded location? Answering these questions will help you choose the right grass seed. Some grasses will do well in a shaded area because they not require too much sunshine. In the same way, some grasses are tough enough to withstand more foot traffic than others. Check for this and choose appropriately.

Grasses and their seeds can be vulnerable to diseases and insects. An attack from either of these can lead to stunted growth or death. There are however certain grass seeds that are engineered to repel insects and resist diseases. This will enable them to live and grow well without the need for external pesticides or treatments.

It is important when choosing a grass seed type to consider how much care will be given to the lawn either by you or a hired hand. All grasses do not require the same level of care. Some require more care than others so this should guide your choice. If it won’t get constant care, choose tougher variations that can handle some level of neglect and vice versa.

Finally, always check your grass seed bag for the following information as they will affect the quality you can get from the seed…

• Always check for the level of weed seed in your grass seed bag. Yes, you will always get some weed seed in every grass seed bag, however ensure it is no more than 0.5%.
• Also ensure it does not contain any trace of noxious weeds as these can have damaging effects on your lawn.
• When buying mixes or blends, be sure that the mixture or blend is stated. Do not buy if this is not stated.
• Check also that the germination percentage is over 85%. Anything less should not be acceptable to you.
• If you find “other crops” it should not be more than 2%. In fact, 0% is what you should aim for.
• Aside from your seed coating, any other inert matter should not be more than 2%.