{"title":"Lawn Seed","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur lawn seeds are high-quality and suitable for planting across the United States. To help grasses or clovers establish, sow seed into loose, clump-free soil. Watering is important during the first season of growth. For difficult growing conditions, a small amount of grain seed can be added as a nurse crop to protect the lawn seedlings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/garlicseed.ca\/collections\/lawn-seed\" title=\"Lawn Seed\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"perennial-ryegrass","title":"Perennial Ryegrass","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePerennial Ryegrass is a vigorous cool-season grass that can go from planting to mowable lawn in as little as 3 weeks. It is a resilient, robust species that forms clumps instead of spreading through rhizomes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe plants easily regenerate from wear and tear, such as foot traffic, making it a preferred choice for grassed pathways and sports fields. Additionally, it serves as one of the most commonly used pasture grasses for grazing livestock, reaching a grazing-ready state within 58 days from planting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePerennial ryegrass also possesses a high level of resistance to common diseases that regularly affect other grass species. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIts extensive fibrous root system can grow up to three times deeper than its top growth. Perennial ryegrass will grow 30 to 90 cm annually for 3-4 years and is competitive and aggressive once established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen used as a cover crop, it helps prevent erosion, builds soil organic matter, improves soil tilth, captures residual nitrogen and can significantly increase the rooting depth of other crops. It is also often used as a nurse crop for \u003ca title=\"Sweet Clover\" href=\"https:\/\/garlicseed.ca\/collections\/legume-cover-crops-green-manures\/products\/sweet-clover\"\u003eSweet clover\u003c\/a\u003e, allowing the young plants to be protected while they establish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePerennial ryegrass does very well on medium or heavy soils, can tolerate wet conditions and does best when planted before or after the hottest summer temperatures.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUntreated, Non-GEO Seed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e2 kg covers approximately 1000 sq. ft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e8 kg covers approximately 4000 sq. ft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garlic Boy Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 LB","offer_id":46910970331324,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 LB","offer_id":46910970364092,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 LB","offer_id":46910970396860,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0502\/5179\/2572\/files\/PerennialRyegrass1.jpg?v=1780478054"},{"product_id":"kentucky-bluegrass","title":"Kentucky Bluegrass","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKentucky Bluegrass is a vigorous cool-season grass that forms a beautiful, lush green turf, making it a top choice for lawns. It is a species that spreads through underground rhizomes, which allows it to self-repair when damaged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plants quickly regenerate from wear and tear, such as foot traffic, making it a good choice for high-traffic lawns, grassed pathways, sports fields and pastures subject to intensive grazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKentucky Bluegrass has good disease resistance and grows well as a single species or mixed with others, such as Perennial Ryegrass or Creeping Red Fescue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAlthough it has an extensive fibrous root system, the plants do best when supplied with good moisture and fertility. Under good growing conditions, Kentucky Bluegrass is highly competitive, helping to keep out weeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen used as a cover crop, its thick root mass helps prevent erosion, builds soil organic matter, improves soil tilth and captures residual nitrogen. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eKentucky Bluegrass is best planted before or after the hottest summer temperatures. Some growers add Annual Ryegrass (10 to 25%) when planting to act as a nurse crop during the first season. The fast germinating Annual Ryegrass forms a quick protective cover that shades the soil, while the slow germinating Kentucky Bluegrass takes its time to establish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUntreated, Non-GEO Seed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e2 kg covers approximately 1000 sq. ft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e10 kg covers approximately 5000 sq. ft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garlic Boy Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 LB","offer_id":46910963876028,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 LB","offer_id":46910963908796,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 LB","offer_id":46910963941564,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0502\/5179\/2572\/files\/Kentucky.jpg?v=1780478058"},{"product_id":"classic-turf-grass","title":"Classic Turf Mix","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eClassic Turf Mix is the #1 selling lawn grass across Canada and the perfect choice for yards and properties in northern climates. Grows well in both Sun and Shade conditions. It combines three proven turf species, each selected for its performance, appearance and adaptability. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis quality mix is ideal for home lawns or grassed areas on acreages. We regularly use Classic Turf when seeding permanent grass on our farm. It produces a thick, durable lawn that looks great and grows well under a wide range of growing conditions, making it our favourite choice \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIncludes Kentucky Bluegrass for its rich colour, fine texture and ability to fill in gaps via spreading rhizomes. Creeping Red Fescue for drought resistance, early spring green-up and good shade tolerance, especially under trees. Perennial Ryegrass for fast establishment, acting as a nurse crop as the turf develops and matures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic Turf can be direct-seeded into loose soil or overseeded into existing grassed areas to rejuvenate the turf. Once established, it can quickly repair itself, especially with good fertility and moisture levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIt is best to plant Classic Turf before or after the hottest summer temperatures, with April to early June or Late August to early October being the most common. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIt can also be planted in very late fall, winter or very early spring (temperatures below 10°C) to allow the freeze-thaw cycle to work the seeds into the soil. Once temperatures warm up, the seeds will germinate and begin to grow. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWatering properly is critical to seeding success. Keep the soil thoroughly moist by watering daily until the seeds germinate, then water regularly as needed for the entire first season. Dry conditions during establishment are one of the most common reasons for failure   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIf annual weeds come up at the same time as the grass, they usually won't cause any issues and can even help protect the young grass seedlings. After about three or four weeks of growth after emergence, the young turf should be carefully mowed to 2\" or 3\" to keep the weeds under control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMix includes: 40% Kentucky Bluegrass, 40% Creeping Red Fescue, 20% Perennial Ryegrass  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUntreated, Non-GMO Seed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e2 kg covers approximately 1000 sq. ft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e10 kg covers approximately 5000 sq. ft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garlic Boy Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 LB","offer_id":46910960894140,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 LB","offer_id":46910960926908,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 LB","offer_id":46910960959676,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0502\/5179\/2572\/files\/Classic_Turf.jpg?v=1780478061"},{"product_id":"creeping-red-fescue","title":"Creeping Red Fescue","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCreeping Red Fescue is a fine-textured, cool-season grass prized for its shade tolerance, drought resilience, and ability to grow in low-fertility soils. The plants are very winter-hardy, making them well-suited to the Canadian climate. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe grass can form a lush green turf that spreads through underground rhizomes, allowing it to self-repair when damaged and fill in gaps over time. The fine, soft-textured leaves make the lawn pleasant to walk on and visually appealing with a gentler look than other turf options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreeping Red Fescue is exceptionally shade-tolerant and can grow in difficult locations such as under trees. It has a low water requirement, especially once established, meaning it maintains its colour and density with minimal watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen used as a cover crop, Creeping Red Fescue is commonly used for soil protection and long-term ground cover in orchards, shelterbelts and perennial plantings. It suppresses weeds well, and the dense root system improves soil structure and organic matter over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSome growers add Annual Ryegrass (10-20%) when planting to act as a nurse crop during the first season. The fast-germinating Annual Ryegrass forms a quick protective cover that shades the soil, while the slower-germinating Creeping Red Fescue takes its time to establish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreeping Red Fescue can be direct-seeded into loose soil or overseeded into existing grassed areas to rejuvenate the turf. Once established, it can repair itself over time, especially with good fertility and moisture levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is best to plant Creeping Red Fescue before or after the hottest summer temperatures, with April to early June or Late August to early October being the most common.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can also be planted in very late fall, winter or very early spring (temperatures below 10°C) to allow the freeze-thaw cycle to work the seeds into the soil. Once temperatures warm up, the seeds will germinate and begin to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatering properly is critical to seeding success. Keep the soil thoroughly moist by watering daily until the seeds germinate, then water regularly as needed for the entire first season. Dry conditions during establisment is one of the most common reasons for failure. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf annual weeds come up at the same time as the grass, they usually won't cause any issues and can even help protect the young grass seedlings. After about three or four weeks of growth after emergence, the young turf should be carefully mowed to 2\" or 3\" to keep the weeds under control. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUntreated, Non-GEO Seed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e3 kg covers approximately 1000 sq. ft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e12 kg covers approximately 5000 sq. ft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garlic Boy Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 LB","offer_id":46910958928060,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 LB","offer_id":46910958960828,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 LB","offer_id":46910958993596,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0502\/5179\/2572\/files\/Red_Fescue.jpg?v=1780478063"},{"product_id":"white-clover","title":"White Clover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhite Clover is very popular with both rural and urban customers. It is a nitrogen-fixing legume that is commonly grown in lawns, gardens, pastures and deer plots. The low-growing plants can withstand foot traffic as well as mowing or grazing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhite clover grows well in all soils, including both sand and clay. It tolerates full sun and shade. Once established, plants s\u003cspan\u003epread by above-ground stems or stolons that help fill bare spots without additional seeding.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA healthy stand of White Clover can fix between 70 and 120 lbs of nitrogen per acre (1.5 - 3 lbs\/1000 sq. ft) and scavenges other nutrients, adding fertility to the soil. It also provides habitat for pollinators and beneficial insects. Its biomass breaks down easily when mowed or tilled, producing readily available organic matter. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be planted into bare soil or overseeded into existing vegetation such as grass turf. If planting into an existing cover, vegetation should be cut short, and the ground scarified before seeding to help with germination. A thin top dressing of soil with the seed can also be used. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGrows as a perennial in Zone 3 or warmer. It can be planted in spring or fall, however, young plants require at least 6 weeks of growing season before freezing temperatures if planted in fall. The plants are hardy and can be mowed when needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNon-GEO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e250g covers approximately 1000 sq. ft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e1 kg covers approximately 4000 sq. ft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFOR PLANTING PURPOSES ONLY. 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