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Appalachian Ky Bluegrass

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A quick establishing grass with high density, early spring green up and is disease resistent

Appalachian Ky Bluegrass

$185.00

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Appalachian Kentucky bluegrass is a new and improved variety. It is a rhizomatous, sod-forming cool-season grass. It has shown to have early spring green, good color, resistance to prevalent turf grass diseases, and has good overall turf quality. It offers a high density, dark green color which is an excellent choice for home lawns, parks, playgrounds, sod farms and other turf applications. Appalachian was developed with quick establishment in mind. It is wear tolerant and repairs itself by rhizomes. it may be seeded alone or in mixtures with other species like perennial ryegrass, creeping red fescue, chewings fescue, or tall fescue. Kentucky bluegrass gives lawns a great look by spreading to fill in open areas or thickening existing stands

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Weight50 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions About Our Products

What is the recommended seeding rate and planting depth?

  • Planting Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep into a finely prepared, firm seedbed to ensure proper soil-to-seed contact.

  • Seeding Rate: Broadcast or drill at 10–12 lbs per acre for pure stands, or 4–6 lbs per acre when incorporating into forage or pasture mixes

  • Ideal pH: Thrives best in soils with a pH ranging from 6.0 to 7.0.

  • Soil & Fertility: Prefers well-drained to moderately drained soils rich in phosphorus and potassium. Limit heavy nitrogen applications to prevent weed competition.

  • Nitrogen Fixation: Pre-inoculation with host-specific Rhizobium bacteria promotes natural nitrogen fixation, cutting down on synthetic fertilizer costs.

  • Protection & Stand Establishment: The protective coating guards young seedlings against early moisture stress and soil-borne diseases for more uniform germination.

  • Spring Window: Plant from late March through May once soil temperatures reach 50°F.

  • Late Summer / Frost Seeding: A secondary window opens from August through early September. You can also frost-seed by broadcasting onto frozen ground in late winter (February–March).

  • Harvest Timing: Cut for hay or graze at 10–12% bloom to maximize digestibility and crude protein levels.

  • Overwintering: Allow a 4-to-6-week recovery period prior to the first hard autumn frost so plants can store root reserves for winter survival.