Water Saver 25 lb. 5,000 sq. ft. Tall Fescue with RTF Lawn Grass Seed
Water Saver 25 lb. 5,000 sq. ft. Tall Fescue with RTF Lawn Grass Seed
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Water Saver 25 lb. 5,000 sq. ft. Tall Fescue with RTF Lawn Grass Seed
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Transform your lawn into a lush, self-repairing oasis with Water Saver RTF from Barenbrug. This advanced tall fescue blend features exclusive RTF technology that spreads underground to naturally fill bare or damaged spots, producing a darker, greener, and denser lawn than Kentucky-31 and other standard tall fescues. Adaptable to a wide range of climates and soils, it thrives in full sun to partial shade (requiring just 4-6 hours of sunlight) and tolerates cold, heat, drought, heavy traffic, and insects for a truly low-maintenance lawn. Ideal for northern and transition zones, this 25 lb. bag covers up to 5,000 sq. ft. for overseeding or 2,500 sq. ft. for a new lawn from scratch.
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- Self-Repairing Rhizome Growth: Powered by Barenbrug's proprietary RTF technology, this blend spreads underground to naturally fill bare or damaged patches, reducing the need for reseeding and keeping your lawn consistently lush
- Exceptional Drought Tolerance: Deep-root development up to 6 ft. enables 2530% less water use while maintaining vibrant green color, even in summer heat
- Darker, Denser Results than Kentucky-31: Produces a noticeably richer, greener, and more uniform lawn than standard tall fescue varieties
- Sun & Shade Versatility: Delivers consistent growth in full sun and partial shade across a wide range of soil types, requiring just 46 hours of sunlight per day
- Dense, Pest-Resistant Turf: Fine, lush leaves form a thick, uniform stand that resists pests and disease, aided by endophyte-enhanced seed
- Quick Germination & Spring Recovery: Germinates in 1014 days under optimal conditions with early-season green-up so your lawn bounces back faster each year
- 99.9% weed free
| Brand | Water Saver |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | Made in USA |
| Coverage Area | 5,000 sq. ft. |
| Drought Tolerance | Yes |
| Features | Contains RTF (Rhizomatous Tall Fescue) |
| Grass Seed Region | Texas, Transition Zone, Southwest Mountain, Southern US, Appalachians, Northern US, Northwest Coast, California Coast, Northeast Central US, Southeast US, Central US, Northeast US, Midwest |
| Grass Seed Type | Fescue |
| Grass Seed Use | New Lawn, Overseeding |
| Hardiness Zones | 8 (10 to 20 F), 3 (-40 to -30 F), 5 (-20 to -10 F), 4 (-30 to -20 F), 7 (0 to 10 F), 6 (-10 to 0 F) |
| Lawn Condition Compatibility | All |
| Maximum Time to Germinate | 10-14 days |
| Maximum Time to Mature | 30 days |
| New Grass Seeding Coverage | 2265 sq. ft. |
| Overseeding Grass Coverage | 5000 sq. ft. |
| Package Size | 25 lb. |
| Recommended Planting Season | Spring, Early Spring, Early Fall, Fall |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun and Part Shade |
| Traffic/Wear Tolerance Level | High |
| Warranty | None |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 11625 |
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Q: can i used the seed in el paso texas ?
2 years ago1 Answer
- A: Tall Fescue can be grown in El Paso, TX but will require more maintenance (water) during the heat of the summer. Bermudagrass could be a good alternative for a low maintenance lawn but would require full sun.2 years agoHelpful?
Q: What are the seeds in Water Saver ? Are they the same as Turf Saver RTF ( The yellow bag ) yellow bag has Bonfire, Barrobusto , Barnes RTF , Barrepiar RTF ,Thanks
3 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hi there, Per the vendor: No, they are not the same varieties of seeds.3 years agoHelpful?
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Q: can i used the seed in el paso texas ?
2 years ago1 Answer
- A: Tall Fescue can be grown in El Paso, TX but will require more maintenance (water) during the heat of the summer. Bermudagrass could be a good alternative for a low maintenance lawn but would require full sun.2 years agoHelpful?
Q: What are the seeds in Water Saver ? Are they the same as Turf Saver RTF ( The yellow bag ) yellow bag has Bonfire, Barrobusto , Barnes RTF , Barrepiar RTF ,Thanks
3 years ago1 Answer
- A: Hi there, Per the vendor: No, they are not the same varieties of seeds.3 years agoHelpful?
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1 – 4 of 17 Reviews
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Anonymous
charlotte, nc
Review 1
5 out of 5 stars.
Quick and easy to get started
2 years ago
Quickly and easily germinated. As long as you keep the ground from getting dry this will continue to grow. I planted in early October and it took less than 2 weeks to germinate and it's now about an inch tall. Can't comment on saving water unfortunately but I've read that once fescue gets settled (it won't be until spring) it has a deep root structure and will be able to withstand drought pretty well.
So far, I would definitely recommend this product especially if it does spread and saves water.
Yes, I recommend this product.
Forsyth County, NC
Review 1
5 out of 5 stars.
slow creeper, great texture
2 years ago
IMO, Rhizomatous Tall Fescue is the way to go. This is my second purchase; the first seeding was 2 years ago. I was very pleased. I have very little creep into my beds; it is easy to pull. The sprouts are only 2"-8" from the original; at this point the coverage is worth it. (It can scooch under my shallow rock border.) We have had a bad drought this fall and I have noticed alot of stress browning in the desert-like areas; however, if there was a little water or shade then the grass is great. I did also purchase a small bag of seed in a Tractor Supply store that had Rhizing Star RTF seed, so that may fit your need rather than waiting for 10 days for this to come from the packaging warehouse in Washington State.
FYI, I froze my extra seed from 2021 and it germinated like a champ in 2023.
2023 Q4 SweepstakesYes
Yes, I recommend this product.
Old Hickory TN
Review 1
5 out of 5 stars.
Amazing Seed
2 years ago
Great seed for the middle TN area. Green all year long and minimal watering to survive the harsh summers
2023 Q4 SweepstakesYes
Yes, I recommend this product.
Ocean County NJ
Review 1
5 out of 5 stars.
Tall Fescue that Soreads!
3 years ago
Amazing seed grew quick and it's a fescue that spreads!
Yes, I recommend this product.