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Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Tuff Turf Speedy Lawn Seed
Fastest establishing lawn seed mix: 50% Perennial Ryegrass delivers visible green in 5-7 days. Full coverage in 2-3 weeks. Ideal for post-construction and overseeding.
Growing Guides & Fertilizer Education
Formulated for fast establishment when time matters. Half the blend is Perennial Ryegrass—the fastest-germinating permanent cool-season turfgrass. The 10% Annual Ryegrass provides even quicker initial green-up (often visible in 5 days), serving as a nurse crop that stabilizes soil while slower species establish. Whether you're seeding after construction, prepping for a home sale, or just impatient for results, Speedy Lawn Seed delivers visible green in under a week and full coverage in 2-3 weeks.
Category
Mix
Type
Lawn Mix
Scientific Name
Multi-species blend
Zones
3-7
Brand
Wicked Tuff Turf
What Is It ?
Formulated for fast establishment when time matters. Half the blend is Perennial Ryegrass—the fastest-germinating permanent cool-season turfgrass. The 10% Annual Ryegrass provides even quicker initial green-up (often visible in 5 days), serving as a nurse crop that stabilizes soil while slower species establish. Whether you're seeding after construction, prepping for a home sale, or just impatient for results, Speedy Lawn Seed delivers visible green in under a week and full coverage in 2-3 weeks.
How to Apply ?
Step 1
Loosen soil and remove all debris
Step 2
Apply high-phosphorus starter fertilizer
Step 3
Spread seed (6-8 lbs/1k sq ft new; 3-4 lbs overseed)
Step 4
Rake lightly (1/8-1/4") and roll firmly
Step 5
Water lightly 2-3x daily to keep surface moist
Step 6
Expect green in 5-7 days; first mow at 3-4"
Best For
Time-sensitive projects: post-construction, real estate prep, event preparation|Fall overseeding when winter is approaching|Bare spot repair and patch seeding|Erosion control on disturbed soil|Rental properties needing quick curb appeal|Impatient homeowners wanting visible results in under two weeks
FAQs
1.
What is in the Speedy Lawn Seed?
The Speedy Lawn Seed contains 50% improved perennial ryegrass, 15% chewings fescue, 15% improved Kentucky bluegrass, 10% turf-type tall fescue, and 10% annual ryegrass. This is the fastest-establishing mix in the lineup—60% of the blend (perennial + annual ryegrass) germinates in 3-10 days. You will see visible green in 5-7 days and full initial coverage in 14-21 days under optimal conditions, significantly faster than bluegrass-heavy or fescue-heavy mixes.
2.
What does 85/80 Kentucky bluegrass mean in this mix?
Both establish quickly, but for different reasons and audiences. Speedy Lawn uses 50% improved perennial ryegrass (permanent, premium quality) plus 10% annual ryegrass—fast and lasting. The Contractor's Mix uses 30% annual ryegrass (temporary, cheaper)—fast and affordable. Speedy Lawn produces a more refined permanent lawn with five species and self-repairing Kentucky bluegrass. The Contractor's Mix is a four-species economy option. Choose Speedy Lawn for residential quality; choose Contractor's for budget-first projects.
3.
How much clover is in the All Purpose Lawn Mix and will it be visible?
The 10% annual ryegrass will die after one growing season, but at only 10% of the blend, the gaps it leaves are minimal and quickly filled by the dominant perennial ryegrass (50%) and the spreading Kentucky bluegrass (15%). Unlike the Contractor's Mix (30% annual ryegrass), the Speedy Lawn's low annual ryegrass percentage means the transition from year one to year two is nearly seamless with little visible thinning.
4.
What is the seeding rate for Speedy Lawn Seed?
Seed at 6-8 lbs per 1,000 sq ft for new lawns, 4-5 lbs for overseeding, and 8-10 lbs for heavy overseeding of bare spots. The high perennial ryegrass content means initial density is critical—ryegrass does not spread, so what you seed is what you get. For bare spot repair (the most common Speedy Lawn application), apply at the heavy rate (8-10 lbs) and keep moist for 10-14 days for rapid fill-in.
5.
What are the best uses for Speedy Lawn Seed?
The All Purpose Mix performs in 3-8+ hours of direct sunlight. Optimal performance is at 4-6 hours. In shadier spots (3-4 hours), creeping red fescue carries the stand. In full sun (8+ hours), tall fescue tends to dominate over time. For less than 3 hours of direct sun, the Sun & Shade Mix is a better choice with its 65% fine fescue content designed specifically for heavy shade. The All Purpose is best described as a moderate-shade-tolerant blend.
6.
What fertilizer program does the All Purpose Lawn Mix need?
Apply 2-3 lbs nitrogen per 1,000 sq ft annually, with the white clover component providing an additional 0.5-1 lb N through biological fixation. Fall fertilization (September-October in zones 4-6) produces the best results. A simple program: 1 lb N per 1,000 sq ft in September, 1 lb in late October, and optionally 0.5-1 lb in late May. Avoid heavy spring nitrogen which promotes disease and weed pressure. Slow-release or organic fertilizers complement the clover's natural fertility contribution.
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How much fertilizer does Speedy Lawn Seed need?
Speedy Lawn Seed requires 3-4 lbs nitrogen per 1,000 sq ft annually—the highest fertilizer requirement among the mixes due to its heavy perennial ryegrass content. Apply a high-phosphorus starter fertilizer at seeding for maximum establishment speed. Once established, light, frequent nitrogen applications outperform heavy single doses for ryegrass-dominant stands. Fall fertilization (September-October) is the most impactful single application for overall lawn quality.