{"id":142474,"date":"2025-11-04T09:59:38","date_gmt":"2025-11-04T12:59:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=142474"},"modified":"2025-11-04T09:59:40","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T12:59:40","slug":"how-long-grass-seed-to-grow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-long-grass-seed-to-grow\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Does Grass Seed Take to Grow? (3-30 days)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>New grass seed <strong>starts germinating within 1 week to 1 month<\/strong>. The time it takes for grass seed to grow depends on a few things: grass type, climate, and soil conditions.<\/p>    <p>For best results, choose a grass type fit for your area of the country, plant at the right time of year for your grass type, and keep your soil moist. We\u2019ll hear from experts on how other factors, like pH, soil temperature, and time of year, also influence seed germination in your lawn.<\/p>    <p>If your busy spring or fall season doesn\u2019t allow for planting a new lawn, reach out to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/landscaping\">landscaping pro<\/a> to get your new grass off to the best possible start.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-735d1966-724b-4b6f-b0bc-35a8c33d3f00\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\">In this article, we\u2019ll cover:<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-long-grass-seed-to-grow\/#0-grass-seed-germination-times\" style=\"\">Grass Seed Germination Times<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-long-grass-seed-to-grow\/#1-factors-that-affect-new-grass-growth\" style=\"\">Factors That Affect New Grass Growth<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-long-grass-seed-to-grow\/#7-tips-for-faster-grass-seed-growth\" style=\"\">Tips for Faster Grass Seed Growth<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-grass-seed-germination-times\">Grass Seed Germination Times<\/h2>    <p>Although many factors impact grass growth (more on that later), here are the standard germination times for all common cool- and warm-season grasses.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Perennial ryegrass is the fastest germinating grass (as quickly as 3 days), with tall fescue and fine fescues not far behind. Bahia, Bermuda, buffalo, and bluegrass may take up to 30 days (or more for bahia) to germinate and start to fill in your turf.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Grass Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Germination Time<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bahiagrass<\/td><td>14 to 30+ days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bermudagrass<\/td><td>10 to 30 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buffalograss<\/td><td>14 to 30 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Carpetgrass<\/td><td>7 to 10 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Centipedegrass<\/td><td>10 to 21 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fine fescues<\/td><td>6 to 15 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Kentucky bluegrass<\/td><td>14 to 30 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Perennial ryegrass<\/td><td>3 to 10 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tall fescue<\/td><td>5 to 12 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Zoysiagrass<\/td><td>10 to 28 days<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p><strong><em>Note:<\/em><\/strong><em> St. Augustinegrass does not grow via seed (only sprigs, plugs, or sod), so it was not included in this list.<\/em><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-factors-that-affect-new-grass-growth\">Factors That Affect New Grass Growth<\/h2>    <p>Depending on the type of grass you\u2019re planting, the time of year, your area\u2019s climate and weather, and your yard\u2019s soil conditions, grass seed can take anywhere from a few days to 1 month to start sprouting. This period of time is known as <em>germination<\/em>, which is simply when a grass seed grows into a seedling (or young grass plant).<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-types-of-grass-seed\">Types of Grass Seed<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"505\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/rsz_lawnstarter-overseeding-map_1-1.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"United States map showing the cool season grass, warm season grass and the transition zones\" class=\"wp-image-111242\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/rsz_lawnstarter-overseeding-map_1-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/rsz_lawnstarter-overseeding-map_1-1-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/rsz_lawnstarter-overseeding-map_1-1-646x408.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/rsz_lawnstarter-overseeding-map_1-1-150x95.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/rsz_lawnstarter-overseeding-map_1-1-768x485.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Infographic by Juan Rodriguez<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>The most significant factor impacting grass seed germination time is the type of seed you choose, but location also matters.<\/p>    <p>Warm-season grasses work well in southern states, while cool-season grasses can survive the frigid northern winters. If you live in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/guide-to-growing-grass-in-the-transition-zone\/\">transition zone<\/a> (see map above), either grass type will work, depending on your climate and yard\u2019s conditions.<\/p>    <p>Plant the wrong type for your climate zone, and you\u2019ll end up with grass seed that doesn\u2019t grow at all or quickly dies.<\/p>    <h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-warm-season-grass-growth\">Warm-Season Grass Growth<\/h4>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/zoysia.jpg\" alt=\"A close-up of Zoysiagrass.\" class=\"wp-image-137158\" style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/zoysia.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/zoysia-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/zoysia-656x437.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/zoysia-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/zoysia-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Zoysiagrass. Photo Credit: Popelniushka \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/weed-in-perfect-zoysia-grass-maintaining-a-pristine-green-lawn-amidst-nature-s-freshness\/812623755?prev_url=detail\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Adobe Stock Generated with AI<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Generally, warm-season grasses should germinate within <strong>7 to 30 days<\/strong> of planting. These grass types live for hot weather (typically thriving in air temperatures from 80 F to 95 F), need lots of sun to grow, and are drought-tolerant. <a href=\"https:\/\/lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/warm-season-grass-growing-guide\/\">Warm-season grasses<\/a> are largely found in the South, places like Texas, Florida, and along the lower East Coast.<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Warm-Season Grass Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Germination Time<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/grass-guides\/bahiagrass-lawn-maintenance-guide\/\">Bahiagrass<\/a><\/td><td>14 to 30+ days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/bermudagrass-guide\/\">Bermudagrass<\/a><\/td><td>10 to 30 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/buffalograss\/\">Buffalograss<\/a><\/td><td>14 to 30 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/what-is-carpetgrass\/\">Carpetgrass<\/a><\/td><td>7 to 10 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/centipedegrass-lawn-maintenance-guide\/\">Centipedegrass<\/a><\/td><td>10 to 21 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/zoysiagrass\/\">Zoysiagrass<\/a><\/td><td>10 to 28 days<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <p><strong><em>Pro Tip:<\/em><\/strong><em> Look for <\/em><strong><em>scarified bahia seed<\/em><\/strong><em> for the fastest germination times.<\/em><\/p>    <h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-cool-season-grass-growth\">Cool-Season Grass Growth<\/h4>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Grass-Types-Chicago-small.jpg\" alt=\"A combined image shows the 4 most popular types of grass in Chicago, IL: Bluegrass, Tall Fescue, Fine Fescue, and Ryegrass.\" class=\"wp-image-139397\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Grass-Types-Chicago-small.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Grass-Types-Chicago-small-300x75.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Grass-Types-Chicago-small-656x164.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Grass-Types-Chicago-small-150x38.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Grass-Types-Chicago-small-768x192.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Grass-Types-Chicago-small-928x232.jpg 928w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Illustration by Whitney Lehnecker \/ LawnStarter<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Cool-season grasses grow a bit faster, typically taking <strong>3 to 30 days<\/strong> to germinate. The optimal growing conditions for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/cool-season-grass-growing-guide\/\">cool-season grasses<\/a> are air temperatures between 60 F and 75 F. You\u2019ll find this type of grass growing in northern and upper midwestern states (e.g., Maine, New York, Nebraska, and Oregon).<\/p>    <p>\u201cHere in New England, I mainly work with cool-season grasses like Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, and fine fescues. These seeds typically take 5 to 21 days to sprout, depending on conditions,\u201d says Frank Sturm, CEO of Green Ace Lawn Care in Mansfield, Massachusetts.<\/p>    <p>\u201cRyegrass is the speed demon, popping up in about 5 to 7 days, while Kentucky bluegrass takes its time at 14 to 21 days.\u201d<\/p>    <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Cool-Season Grass Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Germination Time<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/fine-fescue\/\">Fine fescues<\/a><\/td><td>6 to 15 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/kentucky-bluegrass\/\">Kentucky bluegrass<\/a><\/td><td>14 to 30 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/perennial-ryegrass\/\">Perennial ryegrass<\/a><\/td><td>3 to 10 days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/grass-guides\/tall-fescue-lawn-maintenance-guide\/\">Tall fescue<\/a><\/td><td>5 to 12 days<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-time-of-year-and-temperature\">Time of Year and Temperature<\/h3>    <p>If you&#8217;re planting grass the traditional way (i.e., not pre-germinating) and want it to germinate as quickly as possible, align your planting time with your grass type\u2019s growing season. Plant warm-season grasses in late spring or early summer and cool-season grasses in late summer or early fall (about 45 to 60 days before the first frost).<\/p>    <p>That\u2019s just a general rule, but to ensure successful grass growth, check the soil temperature, too. Warm-season grasses germinate when the soil is between 65 F and 70 F. For cool-season grasses, the soil temperature should be between 50 F and 65 F.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>\u201cTemperature plays a huge role \u2014 I&#8217;ve seen seeds germinate twice as fast when soil temperatures stay between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit,\u201d Sturm says.<\/p>    <p>\u201cThe best time to seed varies by region, but here in New England, I strongly recommend early fall \u2014 typically late August through mid-September. The soil is still warm from summer, we usually get reliable rainfall, and there&#8217;s less competition from weeds,\u201d says Sturm.<\/p>    <p>\u201cDown South, they can actually seed in late spring, since their warm-season grasses like Bermuda and Zoysia thrive in the heat.\u201d<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/best-time-plant-grass-seed\/\">When is the Best Time to Plant Grass Seed?<\/a><\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-soil-moisture-and-overall-condition\">Soil Moisture and Overall Condition<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"443\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_434623879-1-1.jpeg\" alt=\"New grass shoots in soil\" class=\"wp-image-115510\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_434623879-1-1.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_434623879-1-1-300x166.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_434623879-1-1-150x83.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/AdobeStock_434623879-1-1-768x425.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">New grass. Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/sunrise-over-a-turf-of-new-grass\/434623879?asset_id=434623879\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fokussiert<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>The condition of your soil \u2014 including hydration level and pH \u2014 also plays a role in the time it takes for grass seed to grow.<\/p>    <p>It\u2019s recommended to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-often-water-grass-seed\/\">water new grass seed<\/a> twice a day (early morning and early evening) for 5- to 10-minute intervals. After germination begins and the roots become established, slowly decrease watering to once per day, then every other day, to keep the soil moist. Once it\u2019s as tall as the rest of the lawn, water 1-2 times per week.<\/p>    <p>As for your soil\u2019s overall condition, Francis Daniels, founder and CEO of TurfPro in Bristol and Norfolk, Massachusetts, recommends testing your soil before spreading grass seed to check nutrient levels and pH. He says most lawns need a pH level between 6.0 and 7.0.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>He also says properly preparing the soil by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-dethatch-lawn\/\">dethatching<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-aerate-lawn\/\">aerating<\/a> helps the grass seed have better contact with the soil, increasing the chances for successful germination.<\/p>    <p>\u201cCreating these ideal growing conditions might take a bit more work upfront, but it&#8217;s the difference between a lawn that merely survives and one that thrives,\u201d Daniels says.<\/p>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-use-soil-test-kit\/\">How to Use a Soil Test Kit<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-tips-for-faster-grass-seed-growth\">Tips for Faster Grass Seed Growth<\/h2>    <p>Once you choose the right grass type, plant at an ideal time of year, and optimize your pH, take these other considerations into account for faster grass growth:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Pre-germinate your grass seed: <\/strong>For every day you pre-germinate (soak) the grass seed (up to about 5 days), you remove 1 day from the seed\u2019s average germination time. So, if you soak Kentucky bluegrass for 5 days, your minimum germination time is reduced from 14 days to 9 days.<\/li>    <li><strong>Provide adequate sunlight:<\/strong> Adequate sunlight warms the soil, speeding germination.<\/li>    <li><strong>Limit foot traffic:<\/strong> Stay off the lawn until the new grass is as high as your existing lawn to avoid crushing new seedlings.<\/li>    <li><strong>Use starter fertilizer:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/9-faqs-about-applying-starter-fertilizer-to-your-lawn\/\">Starter fertilizer<\/a> provides high levels of phosphorus, important for strong root development.<\/li>    <li><strong>Control weeds:<\/strong> Hand-pull weeds while the new lawn germinates to reduce competition for water and nutrients. Putting down a layer of straw (weed-free!) also blocks the sunlight many weeds need to grow and helps regulate soil temperature.<\/li>    <li><strong>Use good-quality grass seed:<\/strong> High-quality grass seed gives your lawn a better start from day 1. Look for certified seed with close to 0% weed seed, high percentages of seed purity and germination, low inert matter, and 0% noxious weed seed.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-plant-grass-seed\/\">How to Plant Grass Seed<\/a><\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-hire-a-pro-to-care-for-your-new-lawn\">Hire a Pro to Care For Your New Lawn<\/h2>    <p>You\u2019ve followed our advice and successfully sprouted a new lawn. Keep your yard looking its best by hiring a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/lawn-care\">lawn care pro near you<\/a> to mow, trim, and edge. They\u2019ll know how to properly maintain your grass type and keep it as green as your neighbor\u2019s envy season after season.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-d60b8043-14bc-4b0d-8e9b-6b3b60be9a60\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"true\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-d60b8043-14bc-4b0d-8e9b-6b3b60be9a60\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-d60b8043-14bc-4b0d-8e9b-6b3b60be9a60\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Sources:<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-d60b8043-14bc-4b0d-8e9b-6b3b60be9a60\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/mastergardener.tennessee.edu\/chapter-10-turfgrass-management-in-tennessee\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chapter 10- Turfgrass Management in Tennessee<\/a>.\u201d By turf experts Tom Samples et al. University of Tennessee.<\/li>    <li>Francis Daniels, founder and CEO of <a href=\"https:\/\/turfproma.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TurfPro<\/a> in Bristol and Norfolk, MA. Personal interview.<\/li>    <li>Frank Sturm, CEO of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.greenacelawncare.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GreenAce Lawn Care<\/a> in Mansfield, MA. Personal interview.<\/li>    <li>\u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/archive.lib.msu.edu\/tic\/stnew\/article\/1996jun9.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pregermination vs Seed Priming<\/a>.\u201d Sports Turf Manager. Jun. 9, 1996, pgs. 9-10.<\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>   <p>Main Image: Hand holding grass seeds outdoors. Image Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/stock.adobe.com\/images\/planting-a-new-lawn\/201917835?asset_id=201917835\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rades<\/a> \/ Adobe Stock<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>New grass seed takes 3 days to 1 month to germinate, depending on the grass type, climate, and soil conditions. 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