Pennington Smart Seed Sun and Shade Grass Mix 3 lb

I needed to reseed a large, shady area in the backyard (grass destroyed during construction). It was really dry in the Northeast, so I wasn't sure how the grass would grow. - tried other seeds in the past, not happy with the results; thought I would give Pennington a shot - grass started to grow in a week - actually had to mow the grass multiple times before Winter - grew thicker than expected I liked the seed so much, I purchased more to reseed spots that died due to dry weather...took longer to grow, but looked great before Winter.

Works great for small patches about the size of a washcloth. Didn't work much on bigger spots.

Update Day 31: I change back my review to three stars because even though grass started growing- it’s only about 20% sprouted. I generously put seeds to those bold spaces and expected it to be fluffier. I attached pictures. I’ll probably proceed with another brand and start over. I’m not happy with final result. Update Day 21: I change my review because I was misled by other reviewers and expected it grow on 5-7 day. It actually started sprouting. I do not know how fluffy my lawn will be but I contacted customer support and they explained me that it could’ve been a little cold. Also they explained that normally it can take 3-4 weeks for seeds to come out of the surface due to colder weather conditions. I was talking to Angie and they are very helpful and kind. Great experience. Now, I just need to be more patient and wait for final look. I hope I won’t forget to update it in few weeks Origin review: I was waiting for a rainy week in California to fix my tiny lawn after building exterior renovation. It didn’t grow after 10 days. I gave up to take pics after day 5.. it’s still nothing. It didn’t sprout. I dig to see whether seeds are in the soil and they are still there untouched. I lost my time and a nice opportunity when the soil is moist.

The Seed Product Sucked. I wanted to make the bald spot in my yard go away. I figured this seed would work under a canopy of pine and leafy trees. It was pretty when it first sprouted roughly a week after planting it. But after it sprouted, it started its slow downhill trajectory. I noticed less and less of them surviving. I planted it in August and just mowed the grass, in December. I think 100% of the grass seed died. It did not do well in the Deep South. I bought a sprinkler and ran a hose to the area just to fix it. I have no idea what happened.

Tried small area and was glad to see the seeds sprouted in about 10 days.