The Best Seed For Shaded Areas: 2024 List

SHADE TOLERANT GRASS SEED - Our grass seed mix has shade-tolerant grass seeds designed for areas where the penetration of sunlight is limited. Perfect for lawns with big trees, large shrubs, or areas shaded by houses or other permanent structures.

PROVIDES A DARK GREEN LAWN - This grass seed mix produces healthy, dense, and attractive turf with a dark-green color.

GERMINATES & ESTABLISHES QUICKLY - Our lawn seed mixture has a germination time of 14 - 21 days. These turfgrass varieties also possess beneficial endophytes.

CONTAINS 4 COOL-SEASON GRASSES - Black Beauty Dense Shade contains the four families of cool-season turfgrasses: turf-type tall fescue, Kentucky bluegrass, perennial rye, and fine fescues. This creates great versatility in shady to partial sun lawns.

COMPLETE COVERAGE - This 1 lb bag will seed up to 300 sq. ft. for new lawns. For overseeding, this bag will seed up to 600 sq. ft. The best time to apply is mid-August to mid-October, or mid-March through mid-May.

Dense shade grass seed mix

Reduces water and fertilizer requirements

7 Pounds covers 4200 square feet area

Dense shade grass seed mix

Dense shade mixture grows in shady areas where other seed mixtures have failed

Contains naturally insect resistant endophytic turfgrass varieties

Reduces water and fertilizer requirements

7 Pounds covers 4200 square feet area

Grow grass anywhere, guaranteed (subject to proper care) with this revolutionary seeding mix

Grass seed: Scotts best high performance seed; Mulch: absorbs 6X its weight in water and expands to surround the seed in a moist protective layer

Fertilizer: Exclusive controlled release technology feeds seedlings to jumpstart growth

Tackifier: Helps keep seed from washing away; Protectant: Helps keep seedlings safe from harmful diseases that can attack newly planted areas

Grows in full sun and dense shade, high traffic areas and on slopes; seeds up to 225 sq. ft

Not available in HI

3 pound bag

1,800 Square foot coverage

100% superior grass seed

For use where lawn will consistently receive no more than 4-6 hours of filtered sun per day

Grass will start to appear in 7-14 days, but may take up to 21 days for all seeds to germinate

Mixture of top-rated, premium quality seed blends that are 99.9% weed free

Uncoated seeds ensure maximum seed coverage; 750 sq. ft. coverage if seeding new lawn; 1,500 sq. ft. coverage if over seeding existing lawn

Pair with GreenView Fairway Formula Seeding Success, a biodegradable mulch with fertilizer that keeps seed moist longer while it germinates

GreenView Yard Wide Guarantee: Your Satisfaction or Your Money Back

The perfect mix of Tall Fescue and Fine Fescue to thrive in shady conditions

Grow thick, green grass in areas of your lawn that don't receive much sunlight

Contains just the right amount of fertilizer to help your lawn succeed

Requires only 2 to 6 hours of sunlight

Disease and traffic-resistant for a strong, durable lawn

Save up to 30% more water year after year versus ordinary grass seed

Guaranteed to grow

See results in 8 to 16 days

This bag covers up to 1,750 sq. ft.

Enjoy a new lawn in just weeks with Scotts Turf Builder Rapid Grass Sun & Shade Mix; grows up to 2x times faster than seed alone when applied at the newlawn rate (subject to proper care)

Unique, proprietary combination of sun and shade mix of seed and fertilizer results in full green grass that grows in just weeks; expect to see grass growing at a minimum of 12 days and maximum of 21 days

This sun and shade grass seed and fertilizer combination will change the way you grow grass; it's the most complete solution for large problem areas in your lawn and for establishing new grass

Fall and Spring are the best times to plant grass seed; seed germinates best when temperatures are between 60°F and 80°F and the chance of frost has passed

For best results, rake soil lightly to remove debris; apply grass seed with a Scotts spreader, then water daily or as needed to keep soil surface moist until the seedlings reach 2 to 3 inches tall

May not be available in every state

Rebels is the original premium Tall Fescue and it's still the best Tall Fescue on the market

Tough grass with thick, deep and dense roots that will thrive through the toughest conditions

Produces a darker, greener and denser lawn than Kentucky-31 and other tall fescues

Grows well in partial shade to full sun and in a wide range of soils

Requires 4 to 6 hours of sunlight

Withstands heavy traffic, insects, heat and drought for lower maintenance

Guaranteed to grow

See results in 8 to 16 days

This bag covers up to 750 sq. ft.

HIGH QUALITY SEEDS and EXPERT GUIDANCE: Experience the quality seed difference. We are committed to providing the highest quality, open-pollinated, non-GMO/non-GE seeds to our customers, guaranteed. A trusted source of high quality seeds since 1985.

Great For Those Partial Shade Areas. We know seeds ! Our expertly crafted botanical garden seed mixes contain a wide variety of both perennials and annuals that are specifically designed to work in areas that get minimum 4 - 6 Hours of Sunshine a day. Gardener tested!

FULL LUSH COVERAGE: Wildflower seeds bulk 30,000 seed quantity to give you the coverage you desire. Each Partial Shade friendly wildflower seed packet gives you 100 sq. ft. of lush wildflower coverage. That’s over 1 oz. of pure seeds with no fillers. Compare and see the quality value.

Use This Partial Shade Mix Under Trees and Up Against Buildings, Fences, Etc where you have a minimum of 4 hrs of Sunshine a Day. 30,000 seeds (1 oz.) 100 sq. ft. lush coverage of wildflowers expertly designed to provide , hardy over the most growing zones. Designed to you lush coverage of annual and perennial blooms all year long.

This Wildflower Mix will make the perfect Christmas gifts for those gardeners in your life.

Make growing flowers in shaded gardens easy with this bestselling mix specifically designed for areas of partial shade or filtered sun. Growing at varying sizes that reach no higher than two feet, this mix will truly light up your garden with vibrant blues, reds, yellows -- every color of the rainbow from summer to fall. This collection of wildflowers takes such little effort to maintain for the diversity of flowers included!

The Partial Shade Wildflower Seed Mix contains 27 of the most popular annuals and perennials, including bachelor button/cornflower, Siberian wallflower, Chinese houses, coreopsis lance leaf, sweet William, foxglove, purple coneflower, California poppy, rose mallow, scarlet flax, catchfly, alpine forget-me-not, lemon mint, and 12 more beloved varieties!

This enchanting wildflower mix attracts hummingbirds and pollinators and is a cinch to grow and maintain, allowing you to direct your attention elsewhere. Plant it in small gardens or large areas for seasons of enjoyment. Sit back, relax, and let Mother Nature do the rest!

Most wildflowers love the sun, but this collection can withstand and even thrive in shady spots, making growing from seed easy. Plant in the spring or fall and be amazed at the amount of blooms in colors so vibrant and movie-screen worthy: red, pink, yellow, white, and purple blooms of all shapes and sizes. Suitable for all zones in North America. Water plants when the soil is dry, cut off dead flowers to encourage growth, and that's it! So easy.

Eden Brothers offers the highest quality wildflower seed mixes and over 2,000 other varieties of flower, vegetable, and herb seeds, and flower bulbs. Hundreds of heirloom, organic, and award-winning varieties are also available. Have confidence knowing your garden comes from non-GMO products and 100% pure seed without fillers, all from a US-based gardening company.

Mix includes 50% Annual, 50% Perennial: Cornflower Tall Blue, Siberian Wallflower, Chinese Houses, Coreopsis Lance Leaf, Sweet William, Foxglove, Purple Coneflower, California Poppy, Annual Baby's Breath (Gypsophila elegans), Dames Rocket, Rose Mallow, Toadflax/Spurred Snapdragon, Scarlet Flax, Lemon Mint, Alpine Forget Me Not, Five Spot, Baby Blue Eyes, Evening Primrose, Annual Phlox Red, Catchfly, Red Corn Poppy, Shirley Poppy Mixed

Repairs bare spots in two weeks or less.

Everything you need to grow lush, thick grass is pre-mixed and ready to use

Combination of premium Smart Seed grass seed, professional-grade fertilizer, and mulch.

Covers up to 150 sq. ft. with 7-14 day seed germination

UNIQUE SUNFLOWERS: Grow attractive Chocolate Cherry Sunflowers. The dark colors attract attention and discussion.

EASY TO GROW: Hig germination rate. Easy growing instructions and video tutorial included with each order.

MADE IN USA. Hand packaged and Shipped for CZ Grain. From Iowa.

POLLINATOR AND KID FRIENDLY: Birds, bees and butterflies love them. Makes a great STEM project for kids or just a beautiful addition to any yard or garden.

GROW OR GIFT: Attractive seed packet with color photo and QR code to a growing video. Great gift for mom, dad, Christmas or Birthday.

THESE COLEUS SEEDS ARE AN EASY TO GROW ANNUAL FOLIAGE PLANT THAT LOOKS BEAUTIFUL IN YOUR FLOWERBEDS, CONTAINERS OR HANGING BASKETS, AND IT ALSO MAKES AN ATTRACTIVE HOUSEPLANT. IT’S THE LOVELY CONTRASTING COLORS OF THE LEAVES THAT MAKES THIS COLEUS FARM MIX A GREAT CHOICE FOR A MASS PLANTING.

THE COLEUS PLANTS HAVE DRAMATIC CONTRASTING COLORS OF BURGUNDY, RED, DARK AND LIGHT GREENS, AND OFF-WHITES. THEY THRIVE IN MOIST, BUT WELL-DRAINING LOAMY SOIL, IN PARTIAL SHADE TO PARTIAL SUN. TOO MUCH SUN BLEACHES OUT THE COLORS, TOO MUCH SHADE MUTES THE COLORS.

THE COLEUS CAN STILL TOLERATE MORE SHADE THAN OTHER ANNUAL BEDDING PLANTS, MAKING IT PERFECT FOR THOSE AREAS THAT ARE TOO SHADY FOR MOST COLORFUL PLANTS. COLEUS PLANTS WILL GRACE YOUR GARDENS ALL SUMMER UNTIL THE FIRST FROST. COLEUS CAN BE EASILY STARTED FROM CUTTINGS TO EXPAND YOUR GARDENS, AND IT ALSO RE-SEEDS ITSELF IN WARMER CLIMATES.

START YOUR SEEDS INDOORS AND GET A JUMP ON THE SEASON! PLANT COLEUS SEEDS SIX TO EIGHT WEEKS BEFORE THE LAST FROST, AND TRANSPLANT THEM OUTSIDE WHEN THE WEATHER WARMS UP.

HEIGHT - 8" - 15"; SPREAD - 6" - 10"; ZONES - ALL