Dowco installs a turf-type fescue blend chosen for lush color, durability, and everyday performance—from backyard soccer to summer heat.
Why we chose this turf-type fescue blend
- Beautiful color and texture: Dark green, fine-bladed, and dense for a polished look.
- Tough in real conditions: Heat and drought tolerant, with excellent wear tolerance for pets, play, and foot traffic.
- Thrives in sun and shade: Performs across mixed-light yards where other grasses struggle.
- Clean, dependable seed: Independently certified for purity and high germination with zero crop and zero weed content.
- Smarter protection: Endophyte-enhanced varieties increase resistance to surface-feeding insects and include selections screened for disease resistance.
Where this grass fits best
This blend is a strong match for Midwest lawns. It handles mixed sun and shade and stands up to regular activity, making it a smart choice for family yards, parks, athletic spaces, and commercial landscapes—even where irrigation can be inconsistent.
What this means for you
- A lawn that looks high-end with less fuss.
- Greater durability through summer stress and everyday use.
- Fewer interruptions from weeds thanks to dense growth and clean seed.
How Dowco establishes your new lawn
Great results start before the first seed goes down. Our process is designed to set you up for long-term success.
- Site assessment and soil test: We check grade, thatch, compaction, and soil pH so your investment performs.
- Bed preparation: Core aeration or cultivation to improve seed-to-soil contact, followed by debris cleanup.
- Nutrition plan: Professional starter fertilizer tailored to your soil test.
- Precision seeding: We calibrate the right amount—heavier for new lawns, lighter for over-seeding—so coverage is even and efficient.
Timing and germination
- Best window: When soil temperatures are 60–85°F—typically late summer to early fall
- Watering to establish: Light, frequent irrigation keeps the seedbed evenly moist until germination. Expect sprouts in about 7–14 days, with full maturity and peak density developing over two to six months.
Care after installation
- Mowing: Begin when grass reaches about 3 inches; maintain 2–3 inches. Keep blades sharp and avoid removing more than one-third at a time.
- Traffic: Let the turf establish before heavy use.
- Watering long term: Transition to deeper, less frequent watering to encourage strong roots.
- Feeding: Seasonal fertilizer and annual aeration with over-seeding keep the stand thick and resilient.
Common questions we hear
- Will it handle kids and pets? Yes. This blend is built for wear tolerance and recovers well with proper care.
- What about shade? It performs in full sun and handles partial shade better than many cool-season options.
- Do I have to water constantly? During germination, yes—lightly and frequently. Once established, it’s more drought tolerant than many cool-season grasses.
The Dowco difference
You set the vision; we bring the science and follow-through. From certified, clean seed to soil-first preparation and a clear maintenance plan, we make sure your lawn delivers the look and performance you want.
Ready to take the next step?
Book a quick yard assessment with Dowco. We’ll tailor the plan, handle the prep, and seed your turf-type fescue blend the right way—so you step outside to a lawn you love.