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  • Just looking back at where I purchased the seed from after their recommendation, I'm wondering if this would be better if I decide another attempt 

    https://www.lawnsmith.co.uk/shadygreen-lawn-grass-seed?pv=23
  • JennyJJennyJ Posts: 10,576
    It looks like it would, but why not ask them? There's an enquiry form on their "contact us" page. You could perhaps tell them how their previous recommendation worked out and ask if this would be a better choice. They might be able to offer more insights into why the first seed didn't really work very well for you.
    Doncaster, South Yorkshire. Soil type: sandy, well-drained
  • JennyJ said:
    It looks like it would, but why not ask them? There's an enquiry form on their "contact us" page. You could perhaps tell them how their previous recommendation worked out and ask if this would be a better choice. They might be able to offer more insights into why the first seed didn't really work very well for you.
    Thanks and have done. Also contacted another I've found online called Boston Seeds to see what they say. I never realised there was so much difference in types but reading into the specs, it also shows dark green and I always wondered why ours was so dark compared to the neighbours.
  • Just spoken to another seed provider and they've suggested this one, not sure if that sounds right considering the contents?

    https://www.bostonseeds.com/products/grass-seeds/lawn-seeds/bs-quality-hard-wearing-lawn-seed.html
  • FairygirlFairygirl Posts: 55,117
    I don't want to sound negative, but - it doesn't matter what seed you sow. If the soil, drainage and aspect aren't right, it won't thrive.
    It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....



    I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
  • JennyJJennyJ Posts: 10,576
    I think there probably has to be a tradeoff between grasses that will tolerate some shade, and grasses that will tolerate the wet soil. Neither condition is ideal for lawn grasses. And if you need it to be hardwearing as well, that maybe swings it more towards ryegrass.
    Doncaster, South Yorkshire. Soil type: sandy, well-drained
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