The Grass Doctor

Where can I request free grass seed samples for a new lawn?

I need to seed a 21.3 acre area and I'd like to try some seed before planting entire area. Where can I get free samples? Interested i Kentucky Blue Grass or anything with a golf course look and feel. Please send link if possible.

Public Comments

1. Please do some basic research on grass types. KBG has hundreds of varieties, if not thousands. They have been bred or selected to suit specific purposes. For example: http://www.cpe.rutgers.edu/brochures/pdfs/athletic-field/Kentucky-Bluegrass-for-Sports-Fields.pdf http://www.penningtonseed.com/pc-Pennington_Grass_Seed_1 Is KBG suited to your climate? What about a blend of blugrass, fine fescue if shade is involved. Is this just for looks or will the acreage be used.....and for what. Your best bet is to buy a couple of small bags and seed some areas. You won't be able to tell much until you have about a 6'x6' area. Even then it will take a half season to get something......you sure you want to wait that long?
2. The secret to a golf course look is not so much in the type of seed but in the daily care. Golf courses cut the grass daily, water frequently, top dress twice a year and fertilize several times a year. Are you prepared to cut 21 acres daily?