Miracle-Gro® Shady Lawn Seed

420g - Covers up to 14m²

Main product features

✓ Thrives in shady areas

✓ For the whole lawn

✓ Top quality specialist seed

✓ For use on new and existing lawns

Every lawn has areas affected by shade, whether beneath trees, beside hedges, walls or fences. Miracle-Gro® Shady Lawn Seed contains a specialist mixture of shade-tolerant grasses that can establish and maintain an attractive lawn in both shady and non-shady areas.

Thrives in shade A specialist seed mixture selected to establish well in shaded and drier lawn areas.

Thicker, healthier lawn Shade-tolerant grass varieties help produce a dense and healthier-looking lawn.

Watersmart™ formula Helps encourage strong roots for effective uptake of water and nutrients.

Pet & child friendly Suitable for use in garden areas accessed by children and pets when used as directed.

When to use

Apply to an existing lawn or establish a new lawn from March to early October, once frosts have passed.

Details & Usage

How to use

Create a new lawn or fill in a bare patch

1. Rake

• Rake the area to remove weeds, stones and dead grass.
• If overseeding your existing lawn, mow the grass short first.
• Turn the soil over to a depth of approximately 15-22cm.
• For best results, lightly dress the area, level it and firm the soil before sowing.

2. Shake

• Shake the carton to remix the seed.
• Apply 30g per square metre for new lawns or bare patches.
• Sow half the seed from left to right and the remainder from top to bottom to create an even criss-cross pattern.
• Gently rake in, then tread or roll the seed into the soil.

3. Water

• Unless it rains, soak the area using a fine spray and keep the soil moist for the following weeks.
• Trim the grass once it reaches approximately 5-8cm.
• Gradually lower the mower height until the grass is around 2.5cm.
• Never remove more than one-third of the growth at one time.
• Begin feeding the lawn after approximately 12 weeks.

How to overseed an existing lawn

• Mow the lawn short and rake out dead grass, moss and debris.
• Apply a suitable lawn dressing if required.
• In dry conditions, moisten the lawn before sowing.
• Apply approximately 25g per square metre.
• Lightly rake the seed into the lawn.
• Unless it rains, water with a fine spray and keep the soil moist for the next few weeks.

Application by spreader

A suitable lawn spreader can be used for an even application. Follow the spreader manufacturer's recommended settings.

Where to use

Outdoors on front and back lawns. Ideal for use on shady lawns.

When to apply

Apply to an existing lawn or establish a new lawn from March to early October once frosts have passed.

How often to apply

Apply as required.

Seed mixture breakdown

A mixture of fescues, including hard fescues and browntop bent.

Cautions

• If medical advice is needed, have the product container or label available.
• Read the label before use.
• Wear gardening gloves during use.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Further information

Do I need to add fertiliser?

There is often enough residual fertility in the soil to support young grass plants. Avoid strong fertilisers, weedkillers and moss killers for around 24 weeks after sowing.

Can I use a lawn spreader?

Yes. A suitable lawn spreader can be used to distribute the seed evenly.

When can I expect shoots?

In ideal moist conditions, grass can begin to appear in approximately 7-10 days. In less favourable conditions allow around 10-14 days, with cooler soils taking longer.

How long can grass seed be stored?

For best results, use new-season seed where possible. When stored in cool, dry conditions, seed can retain good viability for around 2 years before germination levels gradually decline.

When is the best time to sow?

Wait until frosts have passed and soil temperatures are warm enough for germination. The most favourable sowing period is generally March to September. Avoid very hot, dry conditions and periods of cold weather.

What is the coverage?

The 420g carton covers approximately 14m².

Health and Safety

Always read the pack label and product instructions carefully before use. Refer to the manufacturer's current product safety information where required.

Manufacturer: Evergreen Garden Care (UK) Limited