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Pros
- Quick germination and establishment.
- Very dark green, fine leaf, and attractive.
- Wear tolerant, suited to sport, kids play, and large dogs.
- Can be mown at a wide range of heights, from 12mm to 75mm.
Cons
- Requires more nitrogen than other grass species.
- Requires more water than other grass species.
- Not suitable for shade.
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FAQs
No. Matchday is not suitable for shade. For lawns with shaded areas, our Fine Fescue grass seed range, including Made for Shade, is built to cope with lower light.
Very. It's bred to be wear tolerant, making it a good option for lawns that see regular use from sport, kids playing, or large dogs.
Matchday is flexible, and can be mown anywhere from 12mm to 75mm depending on how you use your lawn. Browse our Lawn Care range for the right tools.
Yes. Matchday needs more nitrogen and more water than other grass species to perform at its best, so pair it with the right lawn fertiliser and keep on top of watering, especially while it's establishing.
Matchday was entered into rigorous grass trialling across 8 universities in the USA, which tested whether it could maintain excellent grass quality under reduced water, fertiliser, and pesticides. Using a seed spreader at sowing helps get even coverage and supports the quick germination Matchday is known for.
