Tall Fescue Pros And Cons

Turf Type Tall Fescue is a very popular cool season grass type and it makes for a fantastic lawn if you know the pros and cons going into it. Today I'll share with you my experiences with this grass type so you can better choose if it's right for you!
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[@AudiS4orce1]

You need to have smaller bags too, 25lbs is too much for many. Your elite varieties only come in 25lbs!

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

@@AudiS4orce1 10 pound bags come out March 1

[@Markg488]

Any chance you’ll be getting 45 or 50 pound bags of tttf? Usually a larger bag is a little more economical than 2 25’s just wondering thanks @ryanknorrlawncare

[@bbtank3000]

How nice of the new homeowners to allow you to keep making these videos in your old shed 😂

[@leprechaun3677]

100% I have some older TTF in my yard as well as the new TTF I’ve laid down over the past 2-3 years and there is such a big difference in terms of texture (a positive one). Much softer than the course ones of the past.

[@matg9654]

HI Ryan. Just bought bag of seeds from your website. Ready to overseed some of my "bald spots" this spring and property overseed in the fall. I have a video suggestion: there are so many different fertilizers out there that it is difficult to say which one to use (ratios on the packaging are different for each fertilizer i pick up and i have no idea what im looking at). It would be helpfull to understand how/when to apply fertilizers with different ratios. Thanks! great work!

[@mattcondit356]

That old shed studio set up was great. Looking forward to seeing the new setup at Westberry.

[@hdcrossbones]

Thanks for the great content Ryan! Can’t wait to plant your Perennial Rye grass this year!

[@farquadshmoogle9120]

I just bought a bag of knorr elite tttf grass seed. Plan on using it in section of my front yard that gets a lot of sun & overseed my backyard.

[@goldenrakelawncare6564]

I used to be a huge KBG guy but newer TTTF is my favorite now by far. Ive been using Snapback from United Seeds which is amazing.

[@davidroberts5160]

Great videos and content but...don't expect Ryan Knorr to get back to you if you have a question- probably super busy.

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

I reponded to 17k comments last season. Not sure how much more you expect

[@andyleo8418]

Instead of asking a specific question, request or suggest a video topic that would address your issue. Win-win for both content creator and viewer.

[@aaron5211]

Hey Ryan I recently overseeded my lawn here in NC with Lesco Fescue. Things are going great I’m in my 4th week now and wanted to know when and what I should use for my next fertalizer application. I used Scott’s tripe action fert when I overseeded.

[@Michigame269]

What State are you in? I live in Indiana and it's very humid here. What grass type would you recommend? Thanks!

[@tavarisjones551]

TTTF may not be the best choice for reel mowing. However I can confirm that reel mowed TTTF still looks great and is noticeably better than using a rotary mower.

[@GH-og3gc]

KBG or TTTF for water loving, mostly wet areas, full sun.

[@Bladesofgrasslawncare]

Ryan, Will you eventually sell Bermuda Grass seed or will you just stick to cooler turfs 🤔Great video!

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Looking at some Bermuda, yes. The new hybrid varieties are done from sod typically and not seed but I'm looking into it.

[@JonahHampton-h9c]

I am from Kentucky and I live in Indianapolis Indiana and I’m trying to get my front yard and backyard that Kentucky bluegrass look. Do you have any solution what I need to do

[@eriknore8270]

I should add that I’m looking to blend in with KBG in a semi shaded area

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

This is what I carry for Elite TTTF/Blue or you can get straight TTTF on the site as well - ryanknorrlawncare.com/product/ryan-knorr-lawn-care-elite-turf-type-tall-fescue-bluegrass/

[@brunomaselli4714]

Ryan, my back lawn is loaded with little dirt piles. I believe u talked about this issue in a video awhile back. What causes them? Thanks.

[@sugashack74]

OK, Tall fescue vs nutsedge. How can I tell which is which? I thought I had nutsedge but it turns out that it is now tall fescue

[@josetrujillo8079]

My yard has a lot of nuts edge, I just Tilled the hole yard and im thinking of ordering this seed Maybe it will blend in and or surpress the nuts edge hopefully

[@juanez8]

Is there an associated Overseeding video for your Tall Fescue grass seed?

[@ryanbeckstead]

RK! Love your videos! Looking to overseed this fall. I KBG currently. Want something more drought tolerant. Will your TTF blend in with my current KBG if I over seed?

[@michaeljohnson8773]

What would be a good grass for northern Utah? would you suggest the tall fescue?

[@cooperjack1987]

Best short answer for a MN lakeside yard? I always thought tall fescue but with the humidity and yard almost always a little wet and squishy I guess the fungus issue might eliminate it…

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Yeah I would probably do something you can cut a lot shorter. Rye would be my personal choice but bluegrass would work too

[@saulvazquez7548]

Any comments on marathon sod? Thanks

[@ScottiMac0007]

Are you going to be producing a micro clover blend for deep shade?

[@jordub]

I did a renovation with TTF last fall. It looks great, but I can’t seem to keep my mower blade sharp enough. I always have split clippings….any ideas?

[@Kenneth_R]

I am DONE with KBG here in Colorado. The newer Tall Fescue is fantastic. Even mid winter it stays pretty green even compared to KBG. Its an amazing grass. I cut it at about 2.5" and its doing great.

[@kawasaki9254]

Which tall fescue seed did you go with? I’m sick of KBG as well here in Denver. Can’t keep up with it with the heat, dog pee spots, and drought..

[@Kenneth_R]

@@kawasaki9254 The Jonathan Green Ultra but If I would do it again I would go with Ryan Knorr's TTTF no question. The Jonathan Green looks darn good but I think it did have some poa triv mixed in. Not a huge issue here since its so dry if you only water 1-2 times a week deeply the poa dies in days.

[@kawasaki9254]

@@Kenneth_R good to know. I didn’t go with his blend of grass but I did go with a United seed super turf 2. Going to give it a shot for 2 seasons and see how it does. Otherwise I’m switching to knorrs seed

[@jpabst4321]

being in central indiana, every lawn company suggests the fescue blends. I'd love to go with a kentucky or rye and mow a little shorter, but they all tell me it'll burn out.

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

It won't if you're doing some irrigation

[@ramierwhite01]

Down here in Georgia transition zone do you think you tall fescue will work here

[@GustavoSellsOC]

How tall should I cut? Here in Southern California

[@benadams7425]

Currently TTTF, but the dog spots are so bad I'm adding some KGB to try to fill it in after patching. Also seeing if it helps with the traffic by the fence where she runs back and forth. Either way a bit of a labor of futility fighting against the border collie, but a labor of love nevertheless.

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Unfortunately kbg is a fairly slow spreader. You can only do what you can do though with constant dog traffic.

[@Ketchuping]

I've seen you use the Scotts Elite broadcast spreader. Do you recommend it, or are there any others that are better in the same price range?

[@antoniojones7768]

Hey Ryan, will your TTTF thrive in Atlanta hot summers? Because im thinking about purchasing it if so.

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

I would go with a warm season grass for Atlanta

[@christopherclay4497]

Which is the better grass for Southeast Georgia, “Tall Fescue, or KY Bluegrass”?????

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

I'd pick a warm season grass instead

[@SoGreen308]

Can you explain/sell to me. Exactly why I would want to purchase your 25 lb bag of bluegrass seed for $11 a pound when I can go to my local supplier for $6.03 a pound 3D Platinum bluegrass blend 50 lb bag, over your elite bluegrass seed? Serious buyer here as the curious why you are double the cost

[@jla3772]

Hey, what do you think about over seeding thin spots in an established fescue lawn with your fine fescue? I'm in north east SC.

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Definitely don't. It will be very very different in texture

[@jla3772]

@@ryanknorrlawncare Thanks!

[@rodgersandrodgers8191]

In great and timely video. I am trying to figure out what I should put into my postage stamp yard. Since I am in a hot transition zone I have pretty much figured on tall fescue. In particular I'm looking at a RTF. Does that make sense for the climate in Las Vegas Nevada?

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

I would do warm season grass in vegas. I just looked at the temps and it won't handle 118 :)

[@rodgersandrodgers8191]

@@ryanknorrlawncare Bummer. Not even if well rooted?

[@MW3HAXX]

I’m in Colorado where it’s more dry. Is the turf type a good choice? Also with your seed does it require a fertilizer when you first seed?

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Yes this would probably be the best option for cool season grass in a drier climate. I would usually apply a starter fertilizer when seeding

[@fargnbastage]

Any reason why certain areas of my TTF lays down instead of standing up during the summer? Is that just due to the stress of the heat, or do I need to possibly thin those areas out?

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Check out my latest video where I am having a similar issue

[@michaeldroste2902]

Hello Ryan, I live in Michigan. I just built a new home and we’re getting ready to put it on our lawn this spring. We have Sandy type soil and I’m bringing in some topsoil to mix in with it some shade in the morning and in the afternoon I’m thinking of using the tall fescue. What are your thoughts?

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Nothing wrong with sandy soil if you manage it with more frequent lighter apps of fertilizer and more frequent lighter watering.

[@jeffpiendel1898]

Hey Ryan, how you doing last August and September I planted some of your elite cultivars I planted some Kentucky blue grass, some perennial ryegrass and some fescue, all different sections , I’m located in Louisville Kentucky ,and I was just wondering should I skip the pre-emergent this spring since I just planted the grass seed last August September it’s doing great and it’s looking still green from the winner. Just wondering about if I should hit it with pre-emergent here in the spring soil. Temperatures are starting to creep up close to 55. , if I did skip it, would you just hit any crabgrass that does pop up with post emergent? Thanks

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

You can really do it either way. I tried a test last year of pre emergent on grass planted the fall before and then also an area with nothing applied and didn't notice much of a difference. If you decide not to turn yes just watch as you get to early summer and spray if necessary.

[@timivers8823]

Can I put it over scalped, and aerated bermuda lawn?

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

No

[@2001honda929rr]

I have some tall fescue in my yard and I don’t like it. Trying to get it all to Kentucky Blue any suggestions other than ripping it out. Thanks

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Roundup and reseed is the only way

[@2001honda929rr]

Thank you@@ryanknorrlawncare

[@Silence3157]

Ryan, how far south can a tall fescue lawn do well? I live in Birmingham, AL and really want a tall fescue lawn but am nervous about seeding it this fall. Your thoughts?

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Summer is likely to take a toll on it. Usually in southern states it would be overseeded in the early fall pretty much yearly.

[@Silence3157]

@@ryanknorrlawncare Thanks. I know Scotts has some kind of southern tall fescue mix, so I may try that.

[@mikedeckert7201]

What would be best for dogs

[@CK-ip5yc]

Probably variants that has self-repairing qualities like Kentucky bluegrass (KBG), or even some of the newer Turf type tall fescues (TTTF). The former will do it best. However, the best preventative measure you can do is water immediately where your dogs pee...

[@notreallyme425]

I didn’t choose tall fescue, it chose me. (It’s the only stuff that will grow in my part of the country.)

[@terrywatts1060]

And just like that

[@embrown23]

This is peak obsession

[@johnmalkowic693]

Terrible grass in Midwest ! Fungus is damaging very badly…did I mention BADLY!!! In Midwest you have to apply some fungicide probably every other month at least

[@MRM5J]

Why the rehash videos?

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

As you might imagine, not everyone watches all of the videos. The main questions I get in email daily are about grass types and pros and cons. This helps to be able to point to something in video that is straight to the point and so they don't have to dig through other videos to find the proper info.

[@KalebJones803]

I hate fecuse zoysia is the best turf out there

[@mikeshanley8570]

I just realized your completely bald and wear a hat 24-7. Even when sleeping.

[@ChadRHembree]

These grass type videos are great. I have tall fescue in my yard have watched this a few times to understand my grass type better

[@segapena5033]

After getting our new pool and patio I couldn't decide on what type of new sod to have installed. I knew nothing about grass and almost got one of the warm season grasses until I just randomly went with a tall fescue blend. It's perfect for our Sacramento climate. It stays dark green 10 months out of the year. I can keep it really tall so it has that thick flat top look which also suppresses weeds naturally. Yeah it gets stressed in our 100 degree summer heat no matter how much I water it. But it quickly recovers by September. After two years with this sod there still are no bare spots or dead patches. I haven't even had to overseed or apply any herbicides, weed killers and only lightly fertilize in early spring and fall. The grass is well behaved and doesn't escape into planting beds. It doesn't even need that much watering since I cut it high and mulch cut. So glad my guess of taking tall fescue worked out well.

[@DK-pr9ny]

What height do you recommend cutting TTTF before winter?

[@Jmfokken]

Pro of tall fescue he… it gives you an opportunity to have a full lawn Reno to replace it with PRG

[@funfam4850]

I live in Ventura CA. I had medallion plus sod installed 2yrs ago. I overseeded with the same seed last year. I was going to buy more but found out the vendor closed and also medallion plus was discontinued. I have heard that it was a 90% tall fescue and 10% bluegrass. I have loved the look, color, and texture all year round. Can you please help me find a seed that will blend and perform as close as possible. I love you videos and trust your advice. Keep up the great work!

[@johnnyglexus5730]

Ordered a bag last week. Looking forward to doing some overseeding this week. Just hope our summer is not as dry as last year.

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

I'm hoping not either

[@jkanes1874]

How'd it go?

[@johnnyglexus5730]

@@jkanes1874 It went great looked good and filled in nicely. But this summer has been to dry so i let it go sleep. Hope it recovers just as nice. Time will tell.

[@blakehemmerling]

I’ve been overseeing perennial ryegrass in my lawn for the last few years because I love the look but it always seems to struggle. My guesses at this point are a combo of shade and clay/wet soil here in Seattle. Is tall fescue something I should be looking at? I’d like more wear tolerance than fine fescue.

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

It's definitely a little tougher because of the blade width so it might be something to look at but I also find it likes heat more than the other cool season stuff

[@Blake.Cooper]

Love you channel, man! Great work.

[@savagerider750]

Any timeline on when the smaller bags will be available? Really looking forward to that shade mix

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Should be out this week

[@Likearollingstone174]

Not sure what your experience was with fungus (brown patch) this year (2023) but I stayed on top of mine by alternating Propiconazole and Azoxystrobin on a 30 day rotation. I do this every year, and my fescue lawn has never looked better. When I bought the house 7 years ago, it was a mess of brown patch. I bought a 21 gallon sprayer and can do the whole lawn in about 38 gallons (always at the highest distribution rate). Fescue is an amazing grass to have considering drought resistance, and the small amount of fertilizer it needs. Did I mention no thatch? Overall having had immaculate lawns with kbg and fescue, I would go fescue just to mitigate the back breaking work of de-thatching.

[@leprechaun3677]

Ryan, hopefully you see this comment. It’s February, the ground temp is about 50 - 55 degrees, grass is starting to grow again which means also weeds. Wtf do I do? This is the most moderate winter I’ve ever seen, so I start laying fertilizer and pre-emergent 2 months earlier than usual? -Hopefully you consider making a video about this very topic. Edit: insects/ pesticides too

[@jimgreyard6623]

Ryan - thanks for the tips on elite tall fescue. Here in the transition zone, my tree shaded area of elite tall has struggled through our high humidity and heat. Aha - you hit it by mentioning fungus .... I will get on that fungus attack in the fescue. Most of my yard is TifTuf bermuda grass which tolerates the heat pretty well on our south-facing sloped front yard. As to fescue, is it okay to treat for fungus in this season of fall aeration and reseeding?

[@leotakleewein6437]

A person told me that Brome(spelling?) was in my lawn. Is that the same a fescue. Anyway I have something evading that started about 2 years ago. This is was an empty pasture. I had sod placed when moved in but this year I don't know if I want what appears to be fescue, from pictures or brome, whatever that is. Any suggestions?

[@coreyd6999]

I’m looking at this for my yard. Turf type with bluegrass mix. Straight bluegrass cannot stand the MN drought. It looks like crap all summer long

[@27272799]

I live in NJ and I’m trying to decide which is the best grass for a backyard tennis court any suggestions. It’s fairly sunny spot thanks

[@danniecarmona2509]

Ryan I'm in southern CA and I want to know what grass to use I like it short and dark green. What do you suggest?

[@markmartinez6213]

I live in west Texas have about 80% shade in yard threw out the day what grass would you recommend?

[@DanKStanley]

Ryan! Love the channel! I live in Central TX and was wondering what grass type you have for me? Thanks

[@Route32rg]

I have used your Tall Fescue mix for the last two seasons and it is great for here near Philadelphia PA! Also, your wife it the best customer service rep ever! HAHA!

[@eriknore8270]

Best new tttf cultivar for eastern Nebraska??

[@mrkuz4644]

Grabbed a bag. Going to phase out my rye to tttf hopefully it will hold up better to the heavy foot traffic.

[@dianaanalla4571]

Your explanations are the best ..

[@jfarm_1311]

Finally a video on tttf.. lol. They all have their pros and cons

[@nopenope7088]

tall fescue has a beautiful color to it

[@rebeccabalaan8262]

How much

[@Ana84262]

Thanks, we are planning on doing my mom’s yard in Mississippi, do you think this would work there?

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

Depending on location you might be in the transition zone where you can grow a warm season grass or a cool season grass but neither are perfect for that area just because of the heat in summer. I might lean more towards warm season and deal with it being brown and dormant in the winter time.

[@patrickbroaden9820]

Hi. Can I purchase your grass seed on Amazon,if so can you send me the link.

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

It's only available on my website

[@zoner__]

Please sell in smaller quantities for use in small shady areas

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

10 pound bags are available

[@Striperman]

First finally

[@samsi038]

Can these seeds/grass survive in Dallas? I live in 75070 zip code.

[@ryanknorrlawncare]

It's possible but summer would be tough on it for sure

[@samsi038]

Thank you. Other than frequent watering, any tips on how to maintain this turf in summer ?

[@DugEphresh]

RTF is the new hotness IMO, but I like your reviews. Best of luck with all you do and blessings be upon you and your kin.

[@leemikle2242]

The only perfect grass is grass that is matched with the correct soil and maintained with correct soil sampling and fertilizer.

[@question_it_701]

If you Google....tall fescue is an undesirable grass. So why do seed companies sell it ? I hate the stuff. It's clumpy and stands out from other grasses. Especially if it's dry out. So back to my question...why is it sold ? To me it's the equivalent of selling a bag of quack grass or crabgrass.

[@CK-ip5yc]

I think there might be a difference between "turf type tall fescue" (TTTF) and other tall fescues, such as clumping tall fescue.