Growing grass in the shade

[handystan]

I have a sideyard that I want to use as a kids play yard. The only problem is it only receives some brief early morning sun, about three hours. Any suggestions to what type of grass if any will grow in mostly shade.

 

[jamison_tilne]

Grass is a rather resilient 'weed'. I don't imagine it takes much sunlight at all to keep it green and growing. That said, I'm not an expert on grass, so I wouldn't take my word to the bank.

 

[PatN]

There are specific grass species that will grow well in the shade. Just look for one that says, "SHADE"

 

[PatN]

also, don't forget fertilizer

 

[Robbie]

Our lawn service told us that grass gets plenty of light even in the shade. I don't know how true this actually is, and it may depend what area of the country you live in. We live in the south, so this may make a substantial difference.

 

[Smart Red]

As usual, your growing zone will determine what types of grass do well in your area. In general, however, the best grasses for shady yards are fescues. Kentucky blue-grass is the preferred grass for sunny yards. Many lawn-grass mixes will have both fescues and blue-grass seeds. As the grasses grow, the fescues will do better and eventually fill the lawn in the shade while the bluegrass will thrive in the sun, giving you a happy lawn.