Perennial ryegrass seeding rate
Short answer
Perennial ryegrass needs about 8 lbs of seed per 1,000 sq ft for a new lawn (4 lbs for overseeding). For a 5,000 sq ft lawn that's about 40 lbs new or 20 lbs overseeding.
New lawn rate
8 lb/1k
Overseed rate
4 lb/1k
5,000 sq ft (new)
40 lb
5,000 sq ft (overseed)
20 lb
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Frequently asked questions
How much perennial ryegrass seed per 1,000 sq ft?
About 8 lbs per 1,000 sq ft for a new lawn and 4 lbs for overseeding.
How much perennial ryegrass seed for a 5,000 sq ft lawn?
About 40 lbs for a new lawn or 20 lbs to overseed. Buy a little extra for bare or high-traffic spots.
Is perennial ryegrass cool-season or warm-season?
Perennial ryegrass is a cool-season grass — best in the northern U.S., seeded in early fall.