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Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Tuff Turf Shamrock Kentucky Bluegrass
$100.00
Shamrock Kentucky Bluegrass
Seed Type & Composition
Shamrock Kentucky Bluegrass is a premium cool-season Poa pratensis variety prized for its fine texture, dense turf, and rich green color. Engineered for resilience, this blend features high-quality bluegrass cultivars selected for drought tolerance, disease resistance, and excellent recovery from wear. Ideal for lawns, parks, and recreational areas, Shamrock establishes a thick, carpet-like lawn with strong soil-holding capacity and superior durability.
Label Information
| Label Metric | Description |
|---|---|
| Purity % | ≥ 95% Kentucky Bluegrass |
| Germination Rate % | ≥ 80% |
| Weed Seed % | ≤ 0.5% |
| Other Crop Seed % | ≤ 1% |
| Inert Matter % | ≤ 2% |
| Lot Number | Unique tracking identifier |
| Origin | Region-specific (varies by batch) |
| Test Date | Confirms seed freshness and viability |
| Noxious Weeds | Absent (as per regulatory compliance) |
Geographic & USDA Zone Suitability
Regions: Northern U.S., Northeast, Midwest, Pacific Northwest, Transition Zone
USDA Zones: 3 – 7
Best For: Cool climates with moderate summers; adapts with maintenance in warmer zones
Sunlight Compatibility
Performs best in full sun to partial shade
Requires 4–6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal health
Soil Compatibility
| Soil Type | Performance |
|---|---|
| Loam | Ideal for balanced drainage and fertility |
| Clay | Grows with aeration and organic amendments |
| Sand | Tolerates with frequent watering and fertilization |
| pH Range | 6.0 – 7.0 |
| Drainage | Prefers well-drained soil; avoid waterlogging |
Watering & Drought Tolerance
| Phase | Watering Needs |
|---|---|
| Establishment | Frequent, light watering to keep soil moist |
| Post-Establishment | 1 – 1.5 inches/week, deep and infrequent watering |
| Drought | Moderate tolerance; may enter dormancy in dry spells |
Germination & Growth Characteristics
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Germination Time | 14 – 30 days (optimal at 60°F – 75°F) |
| Growth Habit | Rhizome-spreading, dense sod formation |
| Seasonality | Vigorous in spring/fall; slower in hot summers |
| Mature Height | 2.5 – 3.5 inches recommended mowing height |
Mowing & Maintenance
| Task | Recommended Practices |
|---|---|
| Mowing Height | 2.5 – 3.5 inches |
| Watering | Deep, infrequent watering weekly |
| Fertilization | Spring & fall applications with nitrogen emphasis |
| Aeration | Annual aeration advised |
| Weed/Pest Control | Pre-emergent herbicide in spring; monitor pests |
| Overseeding | Fall overseeding to maintain turf density |
Foot Traffic Durability & Recovery
Moderate to High Durability — suitable for lawns and recreation areas
Strong Recovery via rhizomatous spreading habit
Not ideal for continuous heavy traffic without overseeding maintenance
Best Planting Time
Primary: Late Summer – Early Fall
Secondary: Early Spring (post-frost)
Resistance Profile
| Resistance Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Pests | Tolerant of grubs, sod webworms |
| Diseases | Resistant to leaf spot, rust, mildew |
| Weeds | Dense turf suppresses weeds naturally |
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