I'm planning to renovate a section of my my tall fescue backyard, 6000 ksqft, in the NC Piedmont region to Kentucky bluegrass. I'm considering using Barenbrug Turf Blue HGT after coming across a couple of threads (TTTF/KBG blend vs pure KBG (Central NC) and KBG Power), and I'd love to hear your experiences and feedback.
Specifically, I'm looking for insights on:
Why switch to KBG over TTTF?
I've never been a fan of tall fescue, and I prefer shorter grass. Bermuda grass is also a pain to keep out of my landscaping areas. When I started researching different types of grass, KBG stood out as the best option for me. I like that it can be mowed shorter, has a softer, finer blade, and is just what I am after in a lawn.
Specifically, I'm looking for insights on:
- Whether to use the plain seed or the seed with Yellow Jacket
- Are the benefits of Yellow Jacket worth the lower seed count (per pound)
- Any challenges or considerations specific to the NC Piedmont region (climate, soil type, etc.)
- I have found a couple of sites for sourcing Barenbrug Turf Blue HGT seeds, but I have never done business with any of them...recommendations?
Why switch to KBG over TTTF?
I've never been a fan of tall fescue, and I prefer shorter grass. Bermuda grass is also a pain to keep out of my landscaping areas. When I started researching different types of grass, KBG stood out as the best option for me. I like that it can be mowed shorter, has a softer, finer blade, and is just what I am after in a lawn.
