Grass Seed & Fertilizer Bundle for Shady Lawns
$99.99 – $194.99
What’s Included
Bundle and save! The Jonathan Green Grass Seed & Fertilizer Bundle for Shady Lawns includes two essentials for any lawn seeding project, whether it’s seeding a new lawn or overseeding an existing lawn.
Real Dense Shade Lawns
Product Overview
The Grass Seed & Fertilizer Bundle for Shady Lawns includes a shade tolerant grass seed mixture, Black Beauty® Dense Shade, great for areas in your lawn that experience little to no sun. It contains an expert mixture of three turfgrass varieties: tall and fine fescues and perennial ryegrass. Black Beauty® Dense Shade Grass Seed is perfect for planting in areas with large shady trees or areas where sunlight is obstructed by houses and other permanent structures.
In addition to our innovative Black Beauty® Dense Shade Grass Seed, this lawn care bundle includes Veri-Green Starter Lawn Fertilizer for Seeding and Sodding to give new grass seedlings a boost of nutrition for successful germination. It contains a phosphorus-rich formula to help new grass seedlings develop deep, dense roots, which helps your lawn endure harsh cold winters and long, hot summers. Use Veri-Green Starter Lawn Fertilizer for Seeding and Sodding the same day you seed to jumpstart grass development.
Coverage Guide
The 5,000 sq. ft. Grass Seed & Fertilizer Bundle comes with one 3 lb bag and one 7 lb bag of grass seed, and one 15 lb bag of fertilizer. The 15,000 sq. ft. Grass Seed & Fertilizer Bundle comes with one 25 lb bag of grass seed, and one 45 lb bag of fertilizer.
Black Beauty® Dense Shade Grass Seed Coverage:
Veri-Green Starter Fertilizer for Seeding & Sodding Coverage:
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
- Free ground shipping now available on orders of $75 or more! For smaller orders, shipping costs are calculated at checkout.
- We ship orders the same day if placed by 2PM EST (later orders will be shipped the next day).
- Orders are not shipped or delivered on weekends or holidays.
- We offer ground and expedited shipping.
Returns
- We offer 30-day free returns for replacement or full refund for items that are damaged or defective (shipping included). If damaged by the carrier, please file a claim with them.
- If your items have been used or aren’t in the original packaging, we will give you a refund (minus the cost of shipping) based on the condition of the product.
View our complete shipping and return policy. If you have questions about your order, please contact our customer service team at orders@jonathangreen.com.
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Grass Type(s)
Black Beauty® Dense Shade contains tall and fine fescues & perennial ryegrass
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Fertilizer Analysis
Veri-Green Starter Fertilizer for Seeding & Sodding: 12-18-8
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When to Apply
Black Beauty® Dense Shade Grass Seed:
- For cool-season lawns, apply in either spring (between mid-March to mid-May) or fall (between mid-August to mid-October) when soil temperatures are at least 55°F, and air temperatures do not exceed 85°F.
Veri-Green Starter Fertilizer for Seeding & Sodding:
Apply the same day you seed or lay sod in fall (between mid-August to mid-October), or in spring (between mid-March to mid-May). For grass seed to germinate, soil temperatures must be at least 55°F, and air temperatures should not exceed 85°F
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Where to Apply
Black Beauty® Dense Shade Grass Seed:
- Our grass seed performs best in cool-season lawns, specifically areas in the Northern half of the United States. Refer to the coverage map in the photo gallery above for our recommended application areas.
Veri-Green Starter Fertilizer for Seeding & Sodding:
- This product can be applied throughout the United States and performs well on both cool and warm-season lawns.
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Germination Rate
Black Beauty® Dense Shade Grass Seed: 14 – 21 days
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Sunlight Requirements
Black Beauty® Dense Shade Grass Seed: 4+ hours of sunlight per day
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Safe for Children & Pets
All Jonathan Green grass seed is safe to apply around children and pets.
After applying Veri-Green Starter Lawn Fertilizer for Seeding & Sodding, water your lawn to move the fertilizer to the roots. Once the grass has dried, people and pets are safe to re-enter the lawn.
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Can Be Applied Together
Yes, you can and should apply both products on the same day one after the other.
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Product Label
Always read and follow the product label before use.
To view and download product labels, please visit the follow product pages:
Safety Data Sheets can be found at www.jonathangreen.com/safety-data-sheets-sds. If you have a specific question, do not hesitate to contact us.
Product
Manufacturer
Spreader
Model
Rate
Product
Step 1/4
What product are you applying?
Select the type of product.
Manufacturer
Step 1/4
Who makes your spreader?
Don’t see your spreader here? Contact the manufacturer or review your spreader’s manual.
Spreader
Model
Step 3/4
What is the model of your spreader?
Don’t see your spreader model here? Contact the manufacturer or review your spreader’s manual.
Rate
Step 4/4
Select the rate that best suits your lawn needs.
Depending on the type of product you selected there may only be one application rate.
Note: “New lawn” indicates that you are starting a lawn from bare dirt vs overseeding or applying product to an existing lawn.
Features You’ll Love
Shade-Tolerant Grass Seed
Speed Up Germination
How to Apply
Prepare
Mow
To ensure the seed reaches the soil, mow the lawn on the lowest setting and bag the clippings.
Rake
Use a metal rake to remove debris, rocks, and thatch that has built up. Rake vigorously to create grooves in the top layer of soil. Fill in any holes and level the ground with additional topsoil if necessary.
Amend
Test your soil pH to check that it is in a healthy range for grass plants to grow. Optimal pH for cool-season lawns is 6.2 to 7.0. For soils with a pH below 6.2, use Jonathan Green Mag-I-Cal® Plus for Lawns in Acidic & Hard Soil to rapidly raise soil pH. For a pH above 7.0, use Mag-I-Cal® Plus for Lawns in Alkaline & Hard Soil to lower soil pH.
Seed & Fertilize
Set
To evenly distribute grass seed, use a spreader suitable for your specific lawn size. Set the spreader according to the recommended setting on the packaging or use our Spreader Settings Tool above. Make sure to update the setting with each product you apply.
Spread
Carefully read and follow all instructions on the product labels prior to application. Before spreading, calculate the amount of seed needed for the square footage of your lawn.
For new lawns:
Start by filling the spreader with half of the grass seed. Apply the seed around the perimeter of the lawn to establish a turning area. Make straight passes back and forth across the length of the lawn in one direction (north to south) and then the remaining seed in a perpendicular direction (east to west) within the outlined area. Overlap slightly between passes and close the hopper when turning. Walk at a steady pace for even distribution. This crisscross pattern ensures even coverage and helps prevent bare spots in new lawns.
For overseeding:
Begin by spreading the seed along the perimeter of your lawn. Make straight passes back and forth across the length of the lawn in a mowing pattern until the entire area is covered. Overlap slightly between passes and close the hopper when turning. Walk at a steady pace for even distribution.
Rake
After seeding, gently rake the soil with a metal rake to incorporate the grass seed into the top quarter-inch of soil. This will improve seed-to-soil contact and promote germination.
Fertilize
Maximize seedling growth and root development by applying starter fertilizer along with the seed. Fill your spreader on a hard surface to avoid fertilizer burn. Start by applying fertilizer around the lawn’s perimeter to establish a turning area. Then, make back-and-forth passes within the outlined area, ensuring overlap for complete coverage. Sweep any excess granules off of hard surfaces and back onto the lawn.
Water
Immediately after seeding, thoroughly water the area but not to the point of run-off or puddles.
Maintain
Water
Keep the soil consistently moist by watering lightly several times a day, or as needed, to prevent drying out. Avoid excessive watering that may cause pooling or runoff. Continue watering daily for a few weeks until the grass plants reach a height of 2 – 2.5 inches. As the grass seed germinates, gradually reduce the frequency of watering while increasing the amount applied to encourage deeper root growth.
Mow
Begin mowing when the new grass has reached a height of 3 – 4 inches. Make sure the mower has sharp blades. Be careful not to scalp the lawn, low mowing will stress the root system and encourage the growth of weeds.
