When it comes to having that healthy and thriving lawn that you’re seeking, the best grass seed is going to make a huge difference.
While some Louisville homeowners are under the misimpression that “grass seed is grass seed,” this actually couldn’t be further from the truth. There can be significant variations in the quality of the grass seed that you purchase…and this is going to have a major impact on your results.
Of course, if you have ever been to the local hardware store, you know that there are an overwhelming number of choices. What really makes one all that different from another?
And, is what the pros use that much better?
In this article, we’ll dive into everything you should know about how to choose grass seed so that you’re making the best decision for your lawn.
Like a lot of homeowners, you might be on the hunt for the best grass seed for Louisville, KY lawns.
At Limbwalker, we have already done a lot of research on this very topic. We are constantly keeping up with the latest research and making decisions about which grass seed is best based on the evolving information out there.
Based on our research (as well as our own experience), Turf Type Tall Fescue blends are the best grass seed for Louisville, KY lawns.
This grass variety grows and thrives well in our region. It has also become increasingly resistant to problems like diseases and pests. While no grass type is ever going to be completely resistant to lawn problems, certain species will fend off trouble better than others.
A great grass type combined with a strong lawn care program will be your best chance at growing a thriving lawn.
While Turf Type Tall Fescue is the best species, it’s also important that you’re investing in the best seed. The quality of seed can really vary depending on where you’re buying it from and how much you’re paying for it.
People are often surprised to learn that much of the seed that you can purchase in bags at the local hardware store has a certain amount of “filler” in it.
Filler can be anything from the leftovers during the seed cleaning process (like broken seeds and seed stems) to mulching materials like paper. Believe it or not, filler can also be undesirable weed seeds.
That means that when you apply low-quality grass seed to your lawn that has a lot of filler in it, you could actually be introducing unwanted weeds right into your lawn!
For beautiful and healthy grass you want to make sure that you are choosing the best grass seed, which is as pure as possible.
The quality of grass seed is a reason why it can be so beneficial to work with a professional lawn care provider. They’re going to use high-quality, commercial-grade seed that isn’t packed with filler….at least if you’re using a reputable lawn care company.
While we’d love to say that no lawn care company would ever use low-quality seed, we know that some companies will do this kind of thing to try and make more money off of you.
But we know that the best lawns come from choosing the best grass seed. And when you work with a company like Limbwalker, that truly cares about seeing every client achieve an amazing lawn, that’s exactly what you get.
Investing in higher quality seed is one of a variety of reasons why our lawn care might cost a little bit more than some of the competition. We also invest in higher-quality fertilization and weed control products because we are truly focused on best practices.
But like most things in life, you tend to get what you pay for. You might pay a little less for that “other company,” but if your lawn results aren’t what you wanted, was it really worth saving a few bucks?
Seed companies are always testing out new varieties and making tweaks and changes to improve their product. We’re keeping up with that research to make sure that we are always offering our customers the best.
Of course, seeding is just one part of an overall lawn health program that will encompass all of your lawn’s needs. You also want to make sure that you are investing in high-quality lawn care to nurture and grow the best possible turf.
And as far as how to apply the seed, we have written an entire article about why power seeding is the superior method for seed application. You can read that article to find out more about why power seeding can produce the best possible results. In summary, it’s basically because power seeding involves actually “planting” seed versus just throwing it (as occurs with aeration and overseeding).
This is important because if you’re going to invest in high-quality seed, you don’t want to just throw it away and not see it grow. The best grass seed can ultimately only go so far. You still need to implement best practices to make sure that it actually grows into the beautiful lawn that you desire.
When you choose Limbwalker to help grow and care for your lawn, you can gain confidence that we’re committed to offering the best over everything. That means the best grass seed, the best lawn care services, AND the best customer experience.
Are you ready to have a thick and healthy lawn that’s getting everything it needs at your Louisville, KY home? Get in touch with us to get a quote for our lawn care programs, which include three lawn care pricing options, and about adding power seeding with the best grass seed to one of those programs.