--- product_id: 73200047 title: "Black Beauty Dense Shade Grass Seed - 7 lb" brand: "jonathan green" price: "R3726" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Jonathan Green" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/73200047-black-beauty-dense-shade-grass-seed-7-lb store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Shade-tolerant for low light Covers up to 4,200 sq. ft. Germinates in 14-21 days Black Beauty Dense Shade Grass Seed - 7 lb **Brand:** jonathan green **Price:** R3726 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🌿 Grow the envy of your neighborhoodβ€”even in the shade! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Black Beauty Dense Shade Grass Seed - 7 lb by jonathan green - **How much does it cost?** R3726 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/73200047-black-beauty-dense-shade-grass-seed-7-lb) ## Best For - jonathan green enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted jonathan green brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Rapid Germination:** Watch your lawn come to life in just 2-3 weeks with a high germination rate. - β€’ **Maximized Coverage:** Seed up to 2,100 sq. ft. for new lawns or 4,200 sq. ft. for overseeding with one 7 lb bag. - β€’ **Rich, Dark Green Turf:** Achieve a lush, dense lawn that stands out with deep green vibrancy. - β€’ **Thrives in Dense Shade:** Perfect for lawns under big trees or shaded spots where sunlight is scarce. - β€’ **Versatile Cool-Season Blend:** Four premium grass types ensure adaptability and resilience in partial sun to shade. ## Overview Jonathan Green Black Beauty Dense Shade Grass Seed is a premium 7 lb mix designed specifically for shaded lawns. It combines four cool-season grasses to create a dense, dark green turf that germinates quickly within 14-21 days. Ideal for areas with limited sunlight, this seed covers up to 4,200 sq. ft. when overseeding, delivering a lush lawn even under trees or structures. ## Description desertcart.com : Jonathan Green Black Beauty Dense Shade Grass Seed - 7 lb | Grows Well in Medium to Densely Shaded Areas : Grass Plants : Patio, Lawn & Garden Review: Really does well in shade! - **my photos reflect 1 and then 2 week progress of grass growth** Man, this stuff is quite spendy! I was a little hesitant about spending $12 on a single one pound bag of grass seed. However, so far I have been thoroughly impressed. This stuff says dense shade and it means dense shade! I put these seed in a small corner of my yard, an area that receives no direct sunlight all day, except for a small portion of the area. Within two weeks I had quite a bit of grass popping up. What impressed me the most about it is the fact that in the area in which I planted it, part of it receives sun and part of it doesn't. Usually the part that receives sun would have more grass growing taller than the area that receives no sun. However, the grass grew completely even across both the sun an no sun areas. The grass is coming in pretty nicely too, not too thin. I will definitely be re seeding but for now I am very happy with the amount of grass coming up. I live in the pacific northwest by the way. Also, the way we planted it was by tilling the soil, spreading the seeds along with a small amount of fertilizer, and then covering the seeds with a light layer of potting soil. I would highly recommend this method, as these seeds really seem to appreciate having a layer of soil over them to grow up into. One note the seems obvious but may not be to some: do not walk on this while it's seeding and sprouting at all. There are small areas in my patch that I had no choice but to walk on at some points and in those spots the grass is really struggling. TLDR; This stuff grows very well in full shade if you plant it correctly and water it often. Review: Bluegrass - Takes awhile to germinate but does grow and looks great in heavily shaded areas. ## Features - SHADE TOLERANT GRASS SEED - Our grass seed mix has shade-tolerant grass seeds designed for areas where the penetration of sunlight is limited. Perfect for lawns with big trees, large shrubs, or areas shaded by houses or other permanent structures. - PROVIDES A DARK GREEN LAWN - This grass seed mix produces healthy, dense, and attractive turf with a dark-green color. - GERMINATES & ESTABLISHES QUICKLY - Our lawn seed mixture has a germination time of 14 - 21 days. These turfgrass varieties also possess beneficial endophytes. - CONTAINS 4 COOL-SEASON GRASSES - Black Beauty Dense Shade contains the four families of cool-season turfgrasses: turf-type tall fescue, Kentucky bluegrass, perennial rye, and fine fescues. This creates great versatility in shady to partial sun lawns. - COMPLETE COVERAGE - This 7 lb bag will seed up to 2,100 sq. ft. for new lawns. For overseeding, this bag will seed up to 4,200 sq. ft. The best time to apply is mid-August to mid-October, or mid-March through mid-May. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B006MY6F48 | | Best Sellers Rank | #2,198 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #22 in Grass Seed | | Brand | Jonathan Green | | Brand Name | Jonathan Green | | Color | Green | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 2,679 Reviews | | Expected Blooming Period | Spring to Fall | | Expected Plant Height | 3 inches | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00079545106201 | | Included Components | Shade Seed | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Outdoor | | Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Outdoor | | Item Type Name | OUTDOOR RECREATION PRODUCT | | Item Weight | 7.1 pounds | | Manufacturer | Jonathan Green | | Manufacturer Part Number | 10620 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | Warranty | | Material Feature | Grass Seed | | Material Features | Grass Seed | | Model Number | 10620 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Other Special Features of the Product | High Germination Rate | | Plant or Animal Product Type | Grass | | Special Feature | High Germination Rate | | Sunlight Exposure | Partial Sun | | UPC | 079545606206 079545106201 | | Unit Count | 112 Ounce | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Jonathan Green - **Color:** Green - **Expected Blooming Period:** Spring to Fall - **Expected Plant Height:** 3 inches - **Indoor/Outdoor Usage:** Outdoor - **Item Weight:** 7.1 pounds - **Material Feature:** Grass Seed - **Special Feature:** High Germination Rate - **Sunlight Exposure:** Partial Sun - **Unit Count:** 112 Ounce ## Images ![Black Beauty Dense Shade Grass Seed - 7 lb - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81f9ERsEb5L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What is in the mix? Specifically what and in what percentages. I wonder why this information isn't given.** A: 30% Dakota Tall Fescue25% Carmen Chewings Fescue15% Eugene Creeping Red Fescue10% Frontier Perennial Ryegrass10% Stanton Perennial Ryegrass 10% Deepblue Kentucky Bluegrass **Q: does this seed grow in sun?** A: It has for me, but its best quality is being able to grow in very dense shade. I've tried every seed out there and nothing compares to this. You should see our yard now, it looks better than Augusta National! **Q: Is this perennial?** A: The Texas winter storm of 2021 didn't faze it at all. It was zero degrees, and I actually think it liked it. It's been a couple of weeks (after the hard freeze) and I have to mow it already. Dark green and beautiful. I think it's better to seed in the fall and let the roots get established before the top soil gets too hot. **Q: how well will it do in zone 8? Milledgeville, Georgia** A: I can't answer for Georgia but in Illinois it did not work as well as I had expected it to. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Really does well in shade! *by S***M on May 24, 2016* **my photos reflect 1 and then 2 week progress of grass growth** Man, this stuff is quite spendy! I was a little hesitant about spending $12 on a single one pound bag of grass seed. However, so far I have been thoroughly impressed. This stuff says dense shade and it means dense shade! I put these seed in a small corner of my yard, an area that receives no direct sunlight all day, except for a small portion of the area. Within two weeks I had quite a bit of grass popping up. What impressed me the most about it is the fact that in the area in which I planted it, part of it receives sun and part of it doesn't. Usually the part that receives sun would have more grass growing taller than the area that receives no sun. However, the grass grew completely even across both the sun an no sun areas. The grass is coming in pretty nicely too, not too thin. I will definitely be re seeding but for now I am very happy with the amount of grass coming up. I live in the pacific northwest by the way. Also, the way we planted it was by tilling the soil, spreading the seeds along with a small amount of fertilizer, and then covering the seeds with a light layer of potting soil. I would highly recommend this method, as these seeds really seem to appreciate having a layer of soil over them to grow up into. One note the seems obvious but may not be to some: do not walk on this while it's seeding and sprouting at all. There are small areas in my patch that I had no choice but to walk on at some points and in those spots the grass is really struggling. TLDR; This stuff grows very well in full shade if you plant it correctly and water it often. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bluegrass *by A***R on June 11, 2026* Takes awhile to germinate but does grow and looks great in heavily shaded areas. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ good product *by D***D on July 8, 2019* I did blend this product with another brand, so I can't say - with certainty - that these seeds germinated. But the lawn under a huge shade tree came up nicely - so I'll have to say, overall, it was a success. The seed did take almost 2 weeks to start to germinate -- I thought it should have came up quicker considering the ideal weather conditions and that I sowed the seeds before the shade tree leafed out to give them optimum sun - along with watering daily. They came up quite thin and sparse at first -- I'd say it took a good month before it could be safely mowed without damaging the baby shoots. Even now (early summer) I'd have to say the lawn did not come up as thick as I had hoped for -- but I'm ok with the result, considering I could never get a blade of grass to grow in the bare spots for almost 10 years. So this year I turned over the soil with a tiller early in the year, added peat moss and other nutrients and started from scratch with a new lawn -- definitely the best lawn I've had in 10 years. ## Frequently Bought Together - Jonathan Green (10620) Black Beauty Dense Shade Grass Seed - Cool Season Lawn Seed (7 lb) - Jonathan Green (10322) Black Beauty Ultra Grass Seed - Cool Season Lawn Seed (7 lb) - Jonathan Green (12005) Black Beauty Sun & Shade Grass Seed - Cool Season Lawn Seed (7 lb) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/73200047-black-beauty-dense-shade-grass-seed-7-lb](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/73200047-black-beauty-dense-shade-grass-seed-7-lb) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-09-20*