{"id":12185,"date":"2018-04-07T14:36:33","date_gmt":"2018-04-07T17:36:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=12185"},"modified":"2025-03-06T13:24:29","modified_gmt":"2025-03-06T16:24:29","slug":"guide-common-grass-types-guide-pittsburgh-pa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/pennsylvania\/pittsburgh\/guide-common-grass-types-guide-pittsburgh-pa\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide to Common Grass Types in Pittsburgh, PA"},"content":{"rendered":"

In and around Pittsburgh, PA, grass seed is planted<\/a> between mid-August to early-October. When you do this in the late summer or in the early fall, the soil is warm, the temperatures are cool, and you have the autumn rain. This combination is a wonderful combination to create a good environment to start seed germination.<\/p>

When you plant grass seed in the late summer and early fall, it will give you a denser, thicker lawn. If your lawn is seeded by the week of Labor Day, then it will produce a thicker turf by spring because it has filled in by winter.<\/p>

Soil preparation<\/strong><\/h3>

When you plant grass, it prefers a soil which is fairly neutral. If you have a pH which is below 6.0, then spreading agricultural limestone during the fall or late winter will help. The ground needs to be tilled well after applying the limestone. If you use a soil testing kit, it will help you determine how much lime you will need to use. When you plant your grass seed no later than October, the grass will have two cool growing before the heat of the summer.<\/p>

There are quite a few choices of grasses which you can plant in the Pittsburgh area. The climate of Pennsylvania and the soil will produce a lush and healthy lawn. Because of the climate, cool-season grasses are the better choice, warm-season grasses aren\u2019t recommended. Here are a few great choices for your lawn in Pittsburgh:<\/p>

Kentucky Bluegrass<\/strong><\/h3>

Kentucky Bluegrass is one of the most adaptable grasses to grow, especially in northern Pennsylvania. Because of its high quality of turf grass, it makes a nicely textured lawn. You can fill in any damaged parts without having to re-seed. Another good point is that it\u2019s more winter-hardy than many other varieties of grass seed. It grows best in full sunlight, but if you have shade, it can be mixed with a fine fescue. Depending on the conditions of the site, it could take between one to three months to germinate and become established. Bluegrass can be either laid down as sod or planted a seed.<\/p>

Grass Seed Options:
<\/strong>\u2013 Jonathan Green (11970) Blue Panther Kentucky Bluegrass Grass Seed<\/a> (3 lbs.)
\u2013 SeedRanch Midnight Kentucky Bluegrass Seed<\/a> (5 lbs.)
\u2013 Jacklin Seed – Biltmore Blue Blend – 100% Kentucky Bluegrass<\/a> (5 lbs.)<\/p>

Tall Fescue<\/strong><\/h3>

When courser texture grass isn\u2019t a problem as a low-maintenance grass, Tall Fescue is used. This grass has a tolerance to disease and insects, grows nicely under low-maintenance and handles soil which is low in nutrients. It will germinate quickly and grow rapidly but does grow slower than perennial ryegrass. However, once established, it stands up to wear. Tall Fescue also tolerates drought because of its deep rooting system. It will stay green without irrigation through most of Pennsylvania\u2019s summers.<\/p>

Tall Fescue grows rapidly and will need to be mowed frequently during the summer. When it is mowed, be sure not to mow it more than one-third of its height so your grass isn\u2019t scalped. If the seedlings aren\u2019t well established if planted in the fall, they may die. But well-established seedlings and lawns which are fully-developed will make it through Pennsylvania\u2019s winters.<\/p>

Grass Seed Options:
<\/strong>\u2013 Triple-Play Tall Fescue Grass Seed Blend<\/a> (5000 sq ft)
\u2013 Eretz Kentucky 31 K31 Tall Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (choose your size)
\u2013 Pennington The Rebels Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix<\/a> (7 lb.)<\/p>

Perennial Ryegrass<\/strong><\/h3>

Perennial Ryegrass, when planted in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is usually blended with different varieties of Bluegrass. The fine texture resembles Bluegrass and it has good drought tolerance. The cold tolerance isn\u2019t as high as Bluegrass, but it will survive on many Pennsylvania lawns.<\/p>

Grass Seed Options:
<\/strong>\u2013 Outsidepride Perennial Ryegrass Seed<\/a> (5 lbs.)
\u2013 Eretz ProTurf Perennial Ryegrass Fine Lawn Seed<\/a> (choose your size)<\/p>

Fine Fescue<\/strong><\/h3>

Fine Fescue can be used in low soil moisture, shade, pH levels which are unfavorable and low fertility. It can be planted in sandy soils that have good drainage, so if you add a layer of sand when planting it will help support growth. If you add extra fertilizer, plant it on soil which is poorly drained or if it\u2019s frequently irrigated, it can lead to a drop-in development. When managed correctly, fine fescue makes a lovely lawn. Fine Fescue is usually mixed in with other cool-season turf grasses. It\u2019s used especially for shady lawns or low maintenance.<\/p>

Grass Seed Options:
<\/strong>\u2013 Outsidepride Legacy Fine Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (5 lbs.)
\u2013 Eretz Creeping Red Fine Fescue Seed<\/a> (choose your size)
\u2013 Outsidepride Creeping Red Fine Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (25 lbs.)
\u2013 Outsidepride Hard Fine Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (10 lbs.)<\/p>

Planting grass seed in Pennsylvania is a matter of what type of seed appeals to you, for further help with your grass type visit our Pittsburgh lawn care<\/a> page.<\/p>

LawnStarter participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program. LawnStarter earns revenue from products promoted in this article.<\/span><\/i><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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