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product_id: 272682224
title: "Smart Seed Sun & Shade Mix, South Tall Fescue Grass Seed, 20 lbs"
brand: "pennington"
price: "R7497"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Pennington"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/272682224-smart-seed-sun-and-shade-mix-south-tall-fescue-grass
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region: South Africa
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# Sun & shade optimized 30% less water needed Greener lawn in 8-21 days Smart Seed Sun & Shade Mix, South Tall Fescue Grass Seed, 20 lbs

**Brand:** pennington
**Price:** R7497
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌿 Grow smart, save water, and own the green scene.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Smart Seed Sun & Shade Mix, South Tall Fescue Grass Seed, 20 lbs by pennington
- **How much does it cost?** R7497 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/272682224-smart-seed-sun-and-shade-mix-south-tall-fescue-grass)

## Best For

- pennington enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted pennington brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rapid Results:** See noticeable green coverage in as little as 8 days—because your lawn deserves to impress, fast.
- • **Generous Coverage:** 20 lbs covers up to 1,750 sq ft for overseeding or 580 sq ft for new lawns—scale your green space with confidence.
- • **Water-Wise Wonder:** Save up to 30% on water usage annually with drought-tolerant tall fescue designed for southern heat and humidity.
- • **Dual-Climate Ready:** Perfectly engineered for lawns with 4-6 hours of sun and moderate shade, ensuring lush growth everywhere.
- • **Fertilizer-Infused Formula:** Smart Seed’s built-in fertilizer jumpstarts growth, delivering a vibrant lawn faster without extra effort.

## Overview

Pennington Smart Seed Sun & Shade Mix is a 20-pound premium tall fescue grass seed blend designed for southern lawns receiving 4-6 hours of sunlight. Enhanced with built-in fertilizer and advanced seed coat technology, it promotes rapid germination within 8-21 days and thrives in hot, humid, and drought-prone conditions, reducing water needs by up to 30%. Ideal for overseeding or new lawns, it covers up to 1,750 sq ft and delivers sustainable, lush turf with minimal maintenance.

## Description

If some of your lawn receives sun and other parts receive moderate shade, Pennington Smart Seed Sun & Shade offers the perfect mixture for Southern conditions as a lawn care product and turf seed used on yards.Designed to survive in hot, humid and harsh conditions, this sun and shade grass seed mix is a grass seed and fertilizer mix with excellent disease resistance and very good drought tolerance. Plus, this lawn seed and fertilizer for grass contains just the right amount of fertilizer to help homeowners, DIY gardeners, and lawn care enthusiasts succeed with lawn maintenance during the gardening season. In areas of your lawn that receive 4 to 6 hours of sun daily, plant this grass seed mix in the early spring or early fall and see results in 8 to 21 days, making it effective for lawn patch repair. This 20-pound bag of lawn grass seed covers up to 1,750 square feet for overseeding an existing lawn and 580 square feet for starting a new lawn from scratch.We lead the industry in developing top-performing, water-conserving, sustainable seed. Once established, our purebred, drought-tolerant Smart Seed grass requires up to 30 percent less water than ordinary grass seed. That's year after year, for the life of your lawn. Plus, our advanced, fertilizer-enhanced seed coat technology speeds establishment and promotes greener grass. Born from Pennington innovation and NexGen breeding and research, Smart Seed brings you better seed, better sustainability and better results.

Review: Followed the instructions and it germinated fast! - My grass seed germinated in 6 days. I didn't use any special tricks and I don't have any secrets. Here's what I did to get this grass to grow in zone 8A. -Killed/removed weeds a few weeks in advance -Rented a tiller/cultivator and broke up the top 4-6" of soil -Added a few bags of top soil due to red clay surface -Raked soil and leveled area to be seeded -Used a handheld electric spreader to spread seed at Pennington's recommended rate -Rolled compost spreader over area and spread thin layer of soil over seed so it was no longer visible -Rolled compost spreader over area and spread thin layer of peat moss for moisture retention -Watered lightly 3-6 times per day (dependent on cloud cover and temperatures) -The last step is the hardest... Patience. I planted seed April 13 and saw the first sprouts on April 18 (Picture 1). I added a second picture to show where the new grass stands at the 1 week mark. I'm just outside the DFW area in North Texas and temperatures right now range from 60*-90*. If I were to do anything differently I would use straw blankets or something different to keep the seed in place. We did get heavy rain after the seed germinated and some of it washed away with the peat moss due to shallow roots. I did throw some seed down on an unprepared area and watered it regularly as a test. I'm not surprised to report nothing has happened up to this point. Proper preparation, care, and time must be invested with any grass seed if you want to see results. Keep the seed and top layer of soil moist. I'm not an expert and the steps listed above may not yield the same results for you. I am just posting this to show my results and recommend this seed if you need something for shaded areas. This seed exceeded my expectations and I wouldn't hesitate to buy it again for future seeding projects. Thanks for reading and good luck with your lawn project!
Review: I have never had fescue survive from September to the following September until this product! - I have been seeding fescue For over 15 years, last year the price of fescue at my local store tripled and so I said what the heck I’ll just buy it off of desertcart. I am definitely buying it again this year. It survived the entire year, Just to bolster was already there. Never in my 15 years of planting fescue annually has the grass survived the entire year, there’s always major brown spots. Not with this product, the grass is full and thick from last years planting. This summer was the hottest summer we’ve had since I’ve been planting fescue and I cannot believe that it’s still alive. For those people that are planting it in the spring and expecting it to grow well, fescue does not grow well in the spring. You have to plan it in the fall and let it grow into the ground and then in the spring it will come strong.

## Features

- Grass seed and fertilizer all in one mix for southern Tall Fescue lawns
- Ideal sun and shade grass seed for lawns that receive sun in some parts and moderate shade in others
- Pennington grass seed contains just the right amount of fertilizer to help your lawn succeed
- This lawn seed is for areas getting 4 to 6 hours of sunlight
- This tall fescue seed survives in hot, humid and harsh conditions
- Save up more water year after year with grass seed for southern lawns versus ordinary grass seed
- See results in 8 to 21 days with Pennington Smart Seed

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08QCNV9ZV |
| Best Sellers Rank | #12,800 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #67 in Grass Seed |
| Brand | Pennington |
| Brand Name | Pennington |
| Color | Green |
| Container Material | Plastic |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 641 Reviews |
| Expected Blooming Period | Spring |
| Expected Plant Height | 3 inches |
| Expected Planting Period | Spring |
| Included Components | only product |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
| Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
| Item Type Name | Pennington Smart Seed Sun and Shade Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix for Southern Lawns |
| Item Weight | 20 pounds |
| Manufacturer | Central Garden & Pet |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 100543724 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | If you are not satisfied, please let us know why and contact us about a refund. Keep your bag and proof of purchase. WE STAND BEHIND OUR PRODUCTS. OR YOUR MONEY BACK MAIL TO: Pennington Seed, Inc. Customer Service Dept. PO Box 290 Madison, GA 30650 CALL US 1.800.285.SEED WEBSITE pennington.com |
| Material Feature | Grass Seed |
| Material Features | Grass Seed |
| Model Number | 100543724 |
| Moisture Needs | Moderate Watering |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Smart Seed Sun and Shade Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix for Southern Lawns |
| Plant or Animal Product Type | Herbs |
| Product Care Instructions | Water |
| Special Feature | Smart Seed Sun and Shade Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix for Southern Lawns |
| Style Name | Modern |
| Sunlight Exposure | 4-6 Hours |
| UPC | 021496022833 |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 12, 5, 8 |
| Unit Count | 320 Ounce |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Pennington
- **Color:** Green
- **Expected Blooming Period:** Spring
- **Expected Planting Period:** Spring
- **Indoor/Outdoor Usage:** Outdoor
- **Item Weight:** 20 pounds
- **Material Feature:** Grass Seed
- **Special Feature:** Smart Seed Sun and Shade Tall Fescue Grass Seed Mix for Southern Lawns
- **Sunlight Exposure:** 4-6 Hours
- **Unit Count:** 320 Ounce

## Images

![Smart Seed Sun & Shade Mix, South Tall Fescue Grass Seed, 20 lbs - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81NLk-gC4YS.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Followed the instructions and it germinated fast!
*by W***E on April 20, 2024*

My grass seed germinated in 6 days. I didn't use any special tricks and I don't have any secrets. Here's what I did to get this grass to grow in zone 8A. -Killed/removed weeds a few weeks in advance -Rented a tiller/cultivator and broke up the top 4-6" of soil -Added a few bags of top soil due to red clay surface -Raked soil and leveled area to be seeded -Used a handheld electric spreader to spread seed at Pennington's recommended rate -Rolled compost spreader over area and spread thin layer of soil over seed so it was no longer visible -Rolled compost spreader over area and spread thin layer of peat moss for moisture retention -Watered lightly 3-6 times per day (dependent on cloud cover and temperatures) -The last step is the hardest... Patience. I planted seed April 13 and saw the first sprouts on April 18 (Picture 1). I added a second picture to show where the new grass stands at the 1 week mark. I'm just outside the DFW area in North Texas and temperatures right now range from 60*-90*. If I were to do anything differently I would use straw blankets or something different to keep the seed in place. We did get heavy rain after the seed germinated and some of it washed away with the peat moss due to shallow roots. I did throw some seed down on an unprepared area and watered it regularly as a test. I'm not surprised to report nothing has happened up to this point. Proper preparation, care, and time must be invested with any grass seed if you want to see results. Keep the seed and top layer of soil moist. I'm not an expert and the steps listed above may not yield the same results for you. I am just posting this to show my results and recommend this seed if you need something for shaded areas. This seed exceeded my expectations and I wouldn't hesitate to buy it again for future seeding projects. Thanks for reading and good luck with your lawn project!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I have never had fescue survive from September to the following September until this product!
*by C***R on September 12, 2022*

I have been seeding fescue For over 15 years, last year the price of fescue at my local store tripled and so I said what the heck I’ll just buy it off of Amazon. I am definitely buying it again this year. It survived the entire year, Just to bolster was already there. Never in my 15 years of planting fescue annually has the grass survived the entire year, there’s always major brown spots. Not with this product, the grass is full and thick from last years planting. This summer was the hottest summer we’ve had since I’ve been planting fescue and I cannot believe that it’s still alive. For those people that are planting it in the spring and expecting it to grow well, fescue does not grow well in the spring. You have to plan it in the fall and let it grow into the ground and then in the spring it will come strong.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ SO FAR, SO GOOD!
*by 1***M on November 24, 2025*

So far, so good. Took forever for it to germinate but after about three weeks we are finally seeing some green. The real test will be when spring comes. If it continues to germinate & flourish, we will be delighted.

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*Last updated: 2026-10-12*