{"id":87155,"date":"2023-03-27T15:33:22","date_gmt":"2023-03-27T18:33:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=87155"},"modified":"2025-02-27T13:24:31","modified_gmt":"2025-02-27T16:24:31","slug":"best-grass-types-fort-wayne","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/indiana\/fort-wayne-in\/best-grass-types-fort-wayne\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Best Grass Types for Fort Wayne"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fort Wayne has a four-season climate, meaning your yard needs grass that tolerates hot, muggy summers, cold winters, and plenty of rain and snow. Our guide will help you find the best grass type for your Fort Wayne lawn. <\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are the 4 best grass types for Fort Wayne lawns:<br><\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"#kentucky\">Kentucky Bluegrass<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#fine\">Fine Fescues<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#perennial\">Perennial Ryegrass<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#tall\">Tall Fescue<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;ve also included below some tips to help you <a href=\"#choose\">choose the best grass type for your Summit City lawn<\/a>.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kentucky\">Kentucky Bluegrass<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"530\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/800px-Poa_pratensis_lawn-1.jpg\" alt=\"Kentucky bluegrass\" class=\"wp-image-60095\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/800px-Poa_pratensis_lawn-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/800px-Poa_pratensis_lawn-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/800px-Poa_pratensis_lawn-1-646x428.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/800px-Poa_pratensis_lawn-1-150x99.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/800px-Poa_pratensis_lawn-1-768x509.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> Kentucky Bluegrass <br>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Poa_pratensis_lawn.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Poa_pratensis_lawn.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ethan2039<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\/deed.en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY-SA 4.0<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kentucky bluegrass, one of the most popular grasses in the U.S., has also been called one of the best grass types for Indiana lawns. <\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s why: This dense, blue-green lawn will come back year after year and will hold up well in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/best-grasses-for-high-traffic-yards\/#8-3-kentucky-bluegrass\">high-traffic yard<\/a>. Kentucky bluegrass also grows best during spring and fall and has the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ndsu.edu\/pubweb\/chiwonlee\/plsc211\/student%20papers\/article10\/Snook,%20Tyler%20Lee\/TS%20PAGE2.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best cold tolerance<\/a> of the cool-season grasses, making it a good choice for Fort Wayne, where temperatures can dip into the 20s, and even below zero.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, if your yard has a lot of shade, Kentucky bluegrass (KBG) is not for you, as it prefers full sun. It also germinates slowly, so it is often blended with seeds from faster-growing grasses such as perennial ryegrass, which germinates in as quickly as four to seven days. <\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And while KBG has a moderate drought tolerance, it needs more water in the summer than other grasses.&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Classification:<\/strong> Cool-season grass<\/li>    <li><strong>Spreads by:<\/strong><strong> <\/strong>Rhizomes<\/li>    <li><strong>Shade tolerance<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Low<\/li>    <li><strong>Drought tolerance<\/strong><strong>: <\/strong>Moderate<\/li>    <li><strong>Foot traffic tolerance<\/strong><strong>: <\/strong>Moderate<\/li>    <li><strong>Maintenance needs<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Moderate mowing frequency and high fertilization needs.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Mowing height<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Set mowing height between 2.5 and 3.5 inches.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Potential for disease:<\/strong> Moderate to high; prone to several diseases, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/get-rid-of-dollar-spot\/\">dollar spot<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-get-rid-of-leaf-spot-and-melting-out-2\/\">leaf spot<\/a>, necrotic ring spot, summer patch, and stripe smut.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Soil pH:<\/strong> 6-7.5<\/li>    <li><strong>Soil type: <\/strong>Performs best in well-drained, heavy soils with high fertility.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Other notes:<\/strong> Plant in late summer or early fall for best results.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grass Seed Options: <br><\/strong>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Jonathan-Green-Maker-Grass-3-Pound\/dp\/B003AYR3FI?crid=27GQP3B1R3AD0&amp;keywords=kentucky+blue+grass+seeds+for+lawn&amp;qid=1679595025&amp;sprefix=kentucky+blue+grass+seed%2Caps%2C125&amp;sr=8-25&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=992e40d3b70e4e06f03e1dea0e878d92&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Jonathan Green (11970) Blue Panther Kentucky Bluegrass Grass Seed<\/a> (3 lbs.)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/SeedRanch-Midnight-Kentucky-Bluegrass-Certified\/dp\/B00GGSM6FM?crid=27GQP3B1R3AD0&amp;keywords=kentucky+blue+grass+seeds+for+lawn&amp;qid=1679594926&amp;sprefix=kentucky+blue+grass+seed%2Caps%2C125&amp;sr=8-6&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.d977788f-1483-4f76-90a3-786e4cdc8f10&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=7fa7ca16277756d72484672e85e039b3&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">SeedRanch Midnight Kentucky Bluegrass Seed<\/a> (5 lbs.)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Jacklin-Seed-Biltmore-Bluegrass-Certified\/dp\/B07T6XQHCK?crid=27GQP3B1R3AD0&amp;keywords=kentucky+blue+grass+seeds+for+lawn&amp;qid=1679595025&amp;sprefix=kentucky+blue+grass+seed%2Caps%2C125&amp;sr=8-7&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=df49b30f6042f7bab0359ab2347fc028&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Jacklin Seed &#8211; Biltmore Blue Blend &#8211; 100% Kentucky Bluegrass<\/a> (5 lbs.) <\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fine\">Fine Fescues<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"552\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Fine-fescue-grass.jpg\" alt=\"Close up image of fescue grass with a hand on it\" class=\"wp-image-86807\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Fine-fescue-grass.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Fine-fescue-grass-300x207.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Fine-fescue-grass-646x446.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Fine-fescue-grass-150x104.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Fine-fescue-grass-768x530.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.extension.purdue.edu\/extmedia\/TURF-63-W.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fine Fescue<\/a><br>Photo Credit: Aaron J. Patton, Ph.D. \/ Turfgrass Extension Specialist at Purdue University<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fine fescues actually are a group of five turf grasses, and each has its own characteristics:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>Strong creeping red fescue<\/li>    <li>Slender creeping red fescue<\/li>    <li>Chewings fescue<\/li>    <li>Sheep fescue<\/li>    <li>Hard fescue&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In northern Indiana, Purdue University <a href=\"https:\/\/www.extension.purdue.edu\/extmedia\/TURF-66-W.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">suggests<\/a> a blend of fescue grasses \u2014 usually hard, sheep, and the creeping reds \u2014 for lawns. Since most of the fine fescues have <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.missouri.edu\/publications\/g6725#:~:text=Most%20of%20the%20fine%20fescues,of%20the%20cool%2Dseason%20grasses.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">good shade tolerance<\/a>, mixing them with sun-loving Kentucky bluegrass provides good coverage if your yard has a mix of shade and sun.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As bunch-type fescues don\u2019t have runners to produce new plants, it\u2019s best to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/overseed-fall-fescue\/\">overseed in the fall<\/a> should the grass need repairs.&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Classification:<\/strong><strong> <\/strong>Cool-season grass<\/li>    <li><strong>Spreads by:<\/strong> Strong creeping red fescue spreads by rhizomes (as does slender creeping red fescue, though to a lesser degree), while the other three fine fescues are bunch-type grasses (chewings, hard, and sheep fescues).&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Shade tolerance<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Moderate to high, depending on species<\/li>    <li><strong>Drought tolerance<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Moderate to high, depending on species<\/li>    <li><strong>Foot traffic tolerance<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Low to moderate, depending on species<\/li>    <li><strong>Maintenance needs<\/strong><strong>: <\/strong>Low fertilizer and mowing needs.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Mowing height:<\/strong> Set mowing height between 2.5 and 4 inches, depending on species.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Potential for disease: <\/strong>Moderate. Common diseases include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/red-thread-and-pink-patch\/\">red thread<\/a>, leaf spot, dollar spot, summer patch, and powdery mildew.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Soil pH:<\/strong> 6-6.5<\/li>    <li><strong>Soil type: <\/strong>Will not perform well in wet soil conditions. Prefers drier soils and tolerates a wide range of soil types and fertility.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Other notes:<\/strong> Overseed about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/overseed-fall-fescue\/#9-faqs-\">45 days<\/a> before the first frost in your area. And make sure your lawn has less than a quarter-inch of thatch so that the seed can properly germinate.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grass Seed Options: <br><\/strong>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Outsidepride-Legacy-Fine-Fescue-Grass\/dp\/B004MNATTS?crid=IG9ZGUBBC4N&amp;keywords=fine+fescue+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679593996&amp;sprefix=fine+fescue+grass%2Caps%2C136&amp;sr=8-5&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=5df3f63d0b577398c42fa053986ba97a&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Outsidepride Legacy Fine Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (5 lbs.)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Eretz-Oregon-Grown-Grass-Seed\/dp\/B07XYK5HQS?crid=IG9ZGUBBC4N&amp;keywords=fine%2Bfescue%2Bgrass%2Bseed&amp;qid=1679594148&amp;sprefix=fine%2Bfescue%2Bgrass%2Caps%2C136&amp;sr=8-7&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=2501fce967a10951a9bfaa4e47265eeb&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Eretz Creeping Red Fine Fescue Seed<\/a> (choose your size)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Outsidepride-Creeping-Fescue-Shade-Tolerant\/dp\/B0BLMJGBG9?crid=IG9ZGUBBC4N&amp;keywords=fine+fescue+grass+seed&amp;qid=1679594148&amp;sprefix=fine+fescue+grass%2Caps%2C136&amp;sr=8-26&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.d977788f-1483-4f76-90a3-786e4cdc8f10&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=d0e223365e80fa2a1f6573823355daab&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Outsidepride Creeping Red Fine Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (25 lbs.)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Outsidepride-Hard-Fine-Fescue-Grass\/dp\/B07MC95N45?crid=IG9ZGUBBC4N&amp;keywords=fine%2Bfescue%2Bgrass%2Bseed&amp;qid=1679594148&amp;sprefix=fine%2Bfescue%2Bgrass%2Caps%2C136&amp;sr=8-12-spons&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.d977788f-1483-4f76-90a3-786e4cdc8f10&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzMjhGVTBUQThRUlMzJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNjcxOTMxM1ZBUkwwOVBRQjFRVyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUExMDMwMzk4MUgzWjFTU1UyQTNLSyZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX210ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=326c8123ac5fe26edbf0796645d16317&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Outsidepride Hard Fine Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (10 lbs.)<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"perennial\">Perennial Ryegrass<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"497\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/26820162412_ef1f5cdbdb_h-1.jpg\" alt=\" Perennial Ryegrass \" class=\"wp-image-60084\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/26820162412_ef1f5cdbdb_h-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/26820162412_ef1f5cdbdb_h-1-300x186.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/26820162412_ef1f5cdbdb_h-1-646x401.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/26820162412_ef1f5cdbdb_h-1-150x93.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/26820162412_ef1f5cdbdb_h-1-768x477.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"> Perennial Ryegrass <br>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/marygillhamarchiveproject\/26820162412\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dr Mary Gillham Archive Project<\/a> \/ Flickr \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a> <\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Perennial ryegrass is a good choice if your lawn gets <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/best-grasses-for-high-traffic-yards\/#0-1-perennial-ryegrass-\">a lot of use<\/a> because this grass type is characterized by dense growth, a robust root system, and the ability to recover from damage. <\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Perennial ryegrass grows quickly, and is often blended with slower-germinating grasses, such as Kentucky bluegrass.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, perennial ryegrass has its downsides: <a href=\"https:\/\/forage.msu.edu\/extension\/perennial-ryegrass-potential-in-michigan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">It goes dormant<\/a> in the summer and can be stressed by temperatures in the high 80s. Perennial ryegrass also is less cold-tolerant than other grasses. <\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> If your yard is shady, one of the fescues would be a better choice, as perennial ryegrass prefers full sun.&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Classification:<\/strong> Cool-season grass<\/li>    <li><strong>Spreads by:<\/strong><strong> <\/strong>Has a bunch-type growth habit<\/li>    <li><strong>Shade tolerance<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Low<\/li>    <li><strong>Drought tolerance<\/strong><strong>: <\/strong>Low<\/li>    <li><strong>Foot traffic tolerance<\/strong><strong>: <\/strong>High<\/li>    <li><strong>Maintenance needs<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Moderate mowing and fertilization requirements. Thatch is not significant.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Mowing height<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Set mowing height to 1.5 to 2.5 inches<\/li>    <li><strong>Potential for disease: <\/strong>High. Common diseases include gray leaf spot, red thread, and leaf spot\/melting-out.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Soil pH:<\/strong> Can grow in soils with a pH between 5 and 8, but prefers between 6 and 7.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Soil type: <\/strong>Prefers good drainage and fertility, but can tolerate some poor drainage.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Other notes:<\/strong> Like most <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.wpengine.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/cool-season-grass-growing-guide\/\">cool-season grasses<\/a>, seed perennial ryegrass in late summer and early fall. However, in far-northern areas, an early spring seeding is possible.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grass Seed Options: <br><\/strong>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Outsidepride-Champion-Rye-Grass-Seed\/dp\/B0040B6SO2?keywords=Perennial+Ryegrass&amp;qid=1679596157&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;smid=A3KP4PUPMP96T0&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzRFFJVkQySlYzSjFKJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUExMDQ2MzM4M0ZOMkNZTlJITTAzRiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNTM3Mjk4MzlLTTdCM1hYMzdLRyZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU%3D&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=aa58237b6f78fa5b8293bdc1db80c50f&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Outsidepride Perennial Ryegrass Seed<\/a> (5 lbs.)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/ProTurf-Grass-Seed-Eretz-Willamette\/dp\/B07N9YHPMP?keywords=Perennial+Ryegrass&amp;qid=1679596157&amp;sr=8-6&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=ab0aefbd3fec33fbe29ccf449a93318a&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Eretz ProTurf Perennial Ryegrass Fine Lawn Seed<\/a> (choose your size)  <\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tall\">Tall Fescue<\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tall-fescue-1.jpg\" alt=\"tall fescue\" class=\"wp-image-87157\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tall-fescue-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tall-fescue-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tall-fescue-1-646x485.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tall-fescue-1-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/tall-fescue-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.extension.purdue.edu\/extmedia\/TURF-63-W.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tall Fescue<\/a><br>Photo Credit: Aaron J. Patton, Ph.D. \/ Turfgrass Extension Specialist at Purdue University<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tall fescue is a popular choice if you want a low-maintenance lawn that can take just about anything that Fort Wayne\u2019s weather can dish out. Tall fescue greens up in midspring and maintains its color through the fall. It can tolerate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.extension.iastate.edu\/smallfarms\/tall-fescue-alternative-kentucky-bluegrass\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">heat, drought, and foot traffic<\/a>, though it has moderate cold and shade tolerance. <\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Best of all, tall fescue grows best in <a href=\"https:\/\/gaftp.epa.gov\/EPADataCommons\/ORD\/Ecoregions\/oh\/ohin_eco_lg.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the clay soil<\/a> found in the Fort Wayne area.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/grass-guides\/tall-fescue-lawn-maintenance-guide\/\">tall fescue<\/a> is a bunch-type grass, meaning that your yard could look uneven if you mix it with other cool-season grasses. Choose one of the improved types, which grows more densely and has a finer texture. <br><br><strong>Note: <\/strong>While tall fescue is low-maintenance, it grows quickly, so be prepared to mow once a week.&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Classification:<\/strong> Cool-season grass<\/li>    <li><strong>Spreads by:<\/strong><strong> <\/strong>Produces short rhizomes but has a bunch-type growth habit<\/li>    <li><strong>Shade tolerance<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Moderate<\/li>    <li><strong>Drought tolerance<\/strong><strong>: <\/strong>Moderate to<strong> <\/strong>High<\/li>    <li><strong>Foot traffic tolerance<\/strong><strong>: <\/strong>Moderate<\/li>    <li><strong>Maintenance needs<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Frequent mowing. Does not produce significant thatch.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Mowing height<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Set mowing height to 2 inches when grass reaches 3 inches tall.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Potential for disease: <\/strong>Tolerant of most diseases when properly maintained.&nbsp;<\/li>    <li><strong>Soil pH:<\/strong> 5.5-6.5<\/li>    <li><strong>Soil type: <\/strong>Adapted to a wide range of soil conditions, but prefers fertile clay soils with good drainage.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Other notes:<\/strong>\u00a0 If overseeding in the fall, do so 45 days before the first frost in your area.\u00a0<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Grass Seed Options: <br><\/strong>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Triple-Play-Fescue-Grass-Seed-Blend\/dp\/B01DM2AQOM?keywords=Tall%2BFescue%2BGrass&amp;qid=1679597027&amp;sr=8-18&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.5137e923-c7be-4142-979c-7c68b6c26f63&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=ff59ac676c7611670afaa853a48ae5a3&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Triple-Play Tall Fescue Grass Seed Blend<\/a> (5000 sq ft)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Kentucky-Tall-Fescue-Grass-Eretz\/dp\/B079JCZ86Z?keywords=Tall+Fescue+Grass&amp;qid=1679597027&amp;sr=8-9&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=5133a17e63d1c33949afed19d33db299&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Eretz Kentucky 31 K31 Tall Fescue Grass Seed<\/a> (choose your size)<br>\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Pennington-Rebels-Fescue-Grass-Pounds\/dp\/B08QC7VV6J?keywords=Tall+Fescue+Grass&amp;qid=1679597348&amp;sr=8-2-spons&amp;psc=1&amp;spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzM0UwMDkxWEE1MDNEJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMjgzODE5MkNSOEVZOElIMUtGRyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwOTAyNDEzVElNTlZISFQxWjZaJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ%3D%3D&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=lawnstarterla-20&amp;linkId=4741b0da621e195d1d39086848e623d4&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Pennington The Rebels Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix<\/a> (7 lb.)<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"choose\">How to Choose the Best Grass Type for Your Fort Wayne Lawn<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, what\u2019s the best type of grass for your particular lawn?&nbsp; Compare some of these grass characteristics to get an idea of what will work for you:<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-high-moderate-or-low-maintenance-grasses\">High-, Moderate-, or Low-Maintenance Grasses<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Homeowners know that the work doesn\u2019t stop once the grass seed goes down. Are you willing to handle fertilizing, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-plan-install-home-lawn-sprinkler-system\/\">irrigation<\/a>, and frequent mowing? Then a high- or moderate-maintenance grass is best for you. <\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want something a bit less hands-on?&nbsp; Try a low-maintenance grass.<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Moderate-maintenance grasses:<\/strong> Perennial ryegrass and Kentucky bluegrass. However, Kentucky bluegrass must be fertilized and watered more often.<\/li>    <li><strong>Low-maintenance grasses:<\/strong> Either fine fescue or tall fescue. However, tall fescue needs frequent mowing.&nbsp;<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-high-traffic-tolerance\">High-Traffic Tolerance<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you have kids and pets? Do you host the weekly soccer game on your lawn?&nbsp; Or do you only walk on the lawn to mow it?&nbsp; Picking the right grass for your level of use will save you time and money in lawn repairs.&nbsp;<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>High traffic tolerance:<\/strong> Perennial ryegrass<\/li>    <li><strong>Moderate traffic tolerance:<\/strong> Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue<\/li>    <li><strong>Low traffic tolerance:<\/strong> Fine fescues, depending on the variety<\/li> <\/ul>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-shade-tolerance\">Shade Tolerance<\/h3>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Is your yard in full sun?&nbsp; Or do you have several trees or a house that casts a large shadow across your front yard or backyard?&nbsp; Choosing the right grass can make the difference between a sparse or a lush yard.<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>High shade tolerance:<\/strong> Fine fescues, depending on the variety<\/li>    <li><strong>Moderate shade tolerance:<\/strong> Tall fescue<\/li>    <li><strong>Low shade tolerance:<\/strong> Kentucky bluegrass and perennial ryegrass<\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-when-to-hire-a-lawn-care-pro\">When to Hire a Lawn Care Pro<\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re still not sure about the type of grass to use for your Fort Wayne lawn, or you\u2019d rather that someone else handle the maintenance work, then it\u2019s time to hire a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/fort-wayne-in-lawn-care\">local LawnStarter lawn care pro<\/a>. A lawn care pro can help choose the best grass for your needs and keep it in shape all season.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>LawnStarter participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program. LawnStarter earns revenue from products promoted in this article.<\/em><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Main Image Credit: A family plays croquet on a Fort Wayne lawn \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Croquet_in_Fort_Wayne_1986.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bart Everson<\/a> \/ Wikimedia Commons \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by\/2.0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CC BY 2.0<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fort Wayne has a four-season climate, meaning your yard needs grass that tolerates hot, muggy summers, cold winters, and plenty [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":155,"featured_media":87358,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1427,555],"tags":[9],"class_list":["post-87155","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-fort-wayne-in","category-indiana","tag-lawn-care"],"acf":[],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/fort-wayne-grass.jpg?wsr","author_info":{"display_name":"Linda Wolfla-Thomas","author_link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/author\/linda-wolfla-thomas\/"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>4 Best Grass Types for Fort Wayne<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"What are the best grass types for Fort Wayne, Indiana? 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