To help you make the right choice we consider the following:
- the current season (are we coming into Summer? Winter?)
- your location (Tasmania? Darwin? Canberra?)
- are there lawn types you are familar with you like or don't like?
- Other considerations like shade, watering expectations, dogs, kids?
You can choose between:
- One Variety: e.g. 100% Kikuyu seed or 100% Ryegrass
- A blend of cool season varieties: e.g. Ryegrass blended with Kentucky Bluegrass
- A blend of cool season and warm season varieties: e.g. Ryegrass Blended with Couch Grass
Cool Season Grasses:
Cool Season varieties grow best in temperatures between 15 and 25 degrees celsius and include Ryegrass, Fine Fescue, Tall Fescue, Kentucky Bluegrass and Bentgrass. They're at their best during the spring and autumn periods, and are suited for the cooler climates, e.g. Tasmania, South Australia, Victoria, ACT and some areas of New South Wales. They require extra watering to stay green in Summer or drier periods.
Top Selling Cool Season Lawn Seed:
Warm Season Grasses:
Warm Season varieties need consistent heat to germinate well so they grow best in temperatures between 23 and 32 degrees celsius and include couch grass and kikuyu. They have very good wear, heat and drought tolerance and create a tough lawn that copes well in Summer.
If the area is particularly sunny or shady you'll need to consider the type of seed you choose. If your lawn area receives more than a few hours of sun a day it's considered sunny lawn. The following products are suited:
Shade Blends:
Choose Lawn Seed by Location:
We have handy guides to help you choose the best lawn seed for your location and season. Click here to view.