Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Tuff Turf Sugar Crest Festulolium

Premium grass seed with fast germination, drought tolerance, and disease resistance. Ideal for lawns, pastures, erosion control, and high-traffic areas.

Sugar Crest Festulolium is a next-generation hybrid grass seed combining the fast growth of ryegrass with the resilience of fescue. This blend delivers lush green turf that establishes quickly, tolerates drought, and endures heavy use.

Perfect for lawns, pastures, sports fields, or erosion control, Sugar Crest Festulolium thrives in USDA Zones 4–7 and adapts to loam, clay, or sandy soils. With its vigorous growth, strong disease resistance, and drought-hardiness, it’s the ideal choice for homeowners, landscapers, and farmers who want a dependable, low-maintenance grass solution.

Key Features

Premium Ryegrass × Fescue hybrid seed

Quick germination: sprouts in 5–10 days

Drought-tolerant once established

Thrives in USDA Zones 4–7

Full sun to partial shade (needs 4–6+ hrs daily)

Excellent disease resistance & weed suppression

Stands up to foot traffic & grazing pressure

Works for lawns, sports fields, pastures, and erosion control

Nutrient & Growth Profile

Forage Value: High protein and digestibility – excellent for livestock

Root System: Deep fescue-style roots improve drought resistance & soil health

Soil Preference: Loam preferred; tolerates clay & sandy soils (pH 5.5–7.5)

Growth Habit: Dense, vibrant turf with quick regrowth after mowing or grazing

Water Needs: Moderate – light, frequent watering at establishment; deep, infrequent watering after

Best Uses

Residential & commercial lawns

Sports fields & high-traffic areas

Pastures & forage production

Slopes, banks, and erosion-prone areas

Overseeding thin lawns for thick, green cover

Benefits & Performance

Establishes quickly and fills bare areas fast
Strong wear tolerance with quick recovery
Maintains lush green color in cool seasons
Reduces chemical inputs with natural disease & weed resistance
Enhances soil health and reduces erosion risk

How & When to Apply

Seeding Rate: 5–10 lbs per 1,000 sq ft (15–20 lbs per acre for pastures)

Planting Depth: ¼–½ inch

Best Seasons: Early fall or early spring for strong establishment

Germination: 5–10 days with consistent moisture

Watering: Keep soil evenly moist until seedlings establish; then water deeply once or twice weekly

Why Choose Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Growth Sugar Crest Festulolium?

At Old Cobblers Farm™, we specialize in premium, high-purity seed varieties that perform in real-world conditions. Sugar Crest Festulolium is engineered for fast results and lasting resilience, giving you a lawn or pasture that stays lush, durable, and low-maintenance year after year.

Available Sizes

5 lb bag – Small lawns & overseeding

10 lb bag – Medium-sized lawns

15 lb bag – Larger residential areas

20 lb bulk bag – Parks & large landscapes