Botanix Minimum Maintenance Grass Seed Mix

Botanix Minimum Maintenance Grass Seed Mix is the perfect solution for homeowners who want a beautiful, lush lawn with less effort. This CANADA No. 1 quality blend is specifically adapted to the Quebec climate. Its unique formulation requires less frequent mowing, fertilizing, and watering. Enriched with endophytes—a natural beneficial fungus that lives within the grass stems—your lawn gains increased resistance to leaf-eating insects and environmental stress.

Why Choose Botanix Minimum Maintenance Grass Seed Mix?

• Time-Saving: Controlled growth reduces the need for frequent mowing.
• Climate Resilience: Included Hard Fescue ensures exceptional survival through harsh winters.
• Natural Defense: Endophytes naturally repel common lawn insects without the use of harsh chemicals.
• Eco-Friendly: Superior drought tolerance significantly reduces water consumption once established.

Is this the right blend for me?

Choose Minimum Maintenance Grass Seed Mix if your lawn:

• Is exposed to periods of drought or if you wish to limit watering.
• Requires a hardy turf that thrives with minimal fertilization.
• Is located in an area where you prefer to spend less time on maintenance chores.

Blend Composition

• 35 % Hard Fescue: Provides extreme drought tolerance and remarkable density.
• 20 % Chewing's Fescue: Renowned for its ability to naturally repel insects.
• 17 % Kentucky Bluegrass: Exceptional self-repairing power and high wear resistance.
• 15 % Creeping Red Fescue: A low-maintenance variety that handles frequent mowing well.
• 13 % Perennial Ryegrass: For fast establishment and a sturdy, robust base.

Ideal Sowing Periods

For optimal germination, sow when the soil temperature reaches at least 15°C:

• Spring: Mid-May to mid-June (once the risk of hard frost has passed).
• Late Summer / Fall: Mid-August to mid-September (the ideal window for strong root development).

Instructions and Application

1. Preparation: Clear the area of debris and loosen the top 2 cm (1 in) of soil.
2. Spreading: Divide the seeds into two equal parts and use a spreader in two perpendicular directions (cross-pattern) for uniform coverage.
3. Contact: Use a lawn roller or lightly rake to ensure the seed is in firm contact with the soil.
4. Watering: Keep the soil surface consistently moist (fine mist 1–2 times daily) until the new grass reaches 5 cm (2 in) in height.

Coverage per Format

• 1 kg Format: New Seeding: 323 sq. ft. (30 m²) | Overseeding: 646 sq. ft. (60 m²)
• 3 kg Format: New Seeding: 969 sq. ft. (90 m²) | Overseeding: 1,938 sq. ft. (180 m²)
• 10 kg Format: New Seeding: 3,230 sq. ft. (300 m²) | Overseeding: 6,460 sq. ft. (600 m²)