SR 5130 Chewings Fine Fescue Grass Seed
Elite Fine Fescue for Lawns, Shade Areas, Fairways & Low-Maintenance Turf
Seed Research of Oregon SR 5130 Chewings Fine Fescue Grass Seed is a high-quality turfgrass variety bred for fast establishment, attractive dark-green color, fine leaf texture, and dependable performance in both sunny and shaded locations. This improved Chewings fine fescue is an excellent choice for home lawns, golf course roughs and fairways, shaded turf areas, overseeding blends, and environmentally sensitive sites where lower inputs are desired.
SR 5130 produces a dense, low-growing turf that can help reduce mowing needs while maintaining a clean, uniform appearance. Its strong disease resistance, high endophyte levels, and stress tolerance make it a dependable option for turf managers, landscapers, and homeowners seeking professional-quality fine fescue seed.
| Key Feature |
Benefit |
| Chewings fine fescue variety |
Fine-textured, dense turf with a premium appearance |
| Fast germination |
Quicker establishment under proper conditions |
| Early spring green-up |
Helps lawns recover color sooner after winter |
| Low-growing growth habit |
Can reduce mowing frequency compared to faster-growing turf |
| High endophyte levels |
Supports natural insect resistance and stress tolerance |
| Improved disease resistance |
Helps reduce turf thinning from common disease pressure |
| Sun and shade adaptability |
Useful for lawns, golf areas, parks, and mixed-light sites |
Recommended Uses
| Use Area |
Performance Advantage |
| Home lawns |
Fine texture, dark color, and lower maintenance needs |
| Shaded areas |
Performs well where many turfgrasses struggle |
| Golf course roughs and fairways |
Dense turf with close-mowing tolerance |
| Overseeding blends |
Mixes well with perennial ryegrass and other cool-season grasses |
| Low-input sites |
Ideal where reduced mowing, water, and fertilizer are desired |
Planting Information
| Application |
Seeding Rate |
| New turf |
4–6 lbs per 1,000 sq. ft. |
| New turf per acre |
175–260 lbs per acre |
| Planting depth |
1/8–1/4 inch |
| Germination |
Approximately 4–8 days under ideal conditions |
| First mowing |
About 2 weeks after emergence, when turf reaches mowing height |
Product Summary
SR 5130 Chewings Fine Fescue is an excellent turfgrass seed for customers seeking a refined, low-growing, shade-tolerant lawn or professional turf area with high visual quality and reduced maintenance demands. With its fine leaf texture, fast emergence, early spring color, and improved resistance to disease and stress, SR 5130 is a dependable choice for premium cool-season turfgrass programs.
