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Pennington Select Sun & Shade Northern Grass Seed Mix 20 lbs.
3.8 out of 5 stars
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  1. 5 stars58% (37)
  2. 4 stars9% (6)
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  4. 2 stars0% (0)
  5. 1 star23% (15)

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Feb 23, 2025
Lis
5 out of 5 stars review

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They sprouted.

My SO bought this bag and used the entire thing on the front yard. It was enough for 5 yards according to directions. Regardless, grasslings started sprouting within a week, so I would say these seeds are good. We will see if they can make it through the So Cal summer.

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Jul 10, 2025
Nhatrang
5 out of 5 stars review

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Strong grass

Grass easy to grow. Strong and tall

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Jul 7, 2024
Mama Butler
5 out of 5 stars review

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Grow baby grow

If you prepare your soul and water as directed it is a great product!

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Apr 26, 2025
DSmith
5 out of 5 stars review

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Grass seed

I just put this seed out so time will tell how well it grows, but so far it’s fine.

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Jul 8, 2024
NS
5 out of 5 stars review

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Grass seeds

Best grass seed buying from Sams last 20 years

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Apr 12, 2025
LittleBitAR
4 out of 5 stars review

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Waiting to see results.

Just seeded existing yard, the bag is good and strong, doesn't tear easily. I am concerned about how well it will do this far south.

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Apr 21, 2024
Judy
3 out of 5 stars review

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Not so Much

I really liked Members Mark Grass seed better...this seed takes forever to grow

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Apr 21, 2026
Pcp
1 out of 5 stars review

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I'm returning it

The seed is not germinating! No grass is growing even after a week of 70 degrees

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reply from Pennington Team

Hi- We’re very sorry to hear that this product did not meet your expectations. For best results, we recommend planting this grass seed in the early spring or early fall, when temperatures are between 70–75°F and nighttime temperatures should be above 50. Germination can take up to three weeks, so please be sure to water several times per day to keep the soil consistently moist. We’d be happy to learn more about your experience and help troubleshoot. If you have a moment, please give us a call at 1-800-285-7333 so we can assist you further.

May 25, 2023
Robo
1 out of 5 stars review

Worst grass seed I have used in 20+ years

This quite possibly is the worst grass seed I ever used. If I could give it 0 stars I would. It's been 20 days since planting and there is hardly any growth. The growth that is present looks very weak and likely won't survive. I've used Scott's in the past with success however decided to try this brand since the bag was 8lbs larger and I need to use a lot of seed. The bag says guaranteed to grow or your money back however it's not worth the hassle to try an get a refund based on what I read from other reviewers. This is the worst grass seed I have used in 20+ years and now I have to wait until fall to reseed because the weather is getting hot and it's approaching summer. So all that work I did in the spring was wasted and for nothing. It's a shame a company can get away with selling a product this bad and I have been reading similar reviews on other websites as well so I am not alone. Avoid at all costs and stick with Scotts.

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Jul 12, 2025
MHone
1 out of 5 stars review

Do not buy!

This is the single worst grass seed I've ever bought. I have some thinning in my lawn and a few bare patches. I have meticulously cared for those areas and after 3 months hardly anything has grown. I feel completely ripped off the $50 I spent on it.

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