GCI Turf Spreader Elite Grass Seed

GCI Turf Spreader Elite Grass Seed

$149.95
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GCI Turf Spreader Elite™ Grass Seed

Premium Spreading Turf-Type Tall Fescue for Thick, Durable, Dark Green Lawns

GCI Turf Spreader Elite™ is a professional-grade turf-type tall fescue (TTTF) blend engineered for homeowners who want the durability of tall fescue with enhanced spreading ability. Featuring elite cultivars with rhizomatous traits, this blend creates a dense, self-repairing lawn that stands up to heat, drought, traffic, and disease—without sacrificing color or texture.

Developed using top-performing varieties from NTEP trials, Spreader Elite delivers consistent, reliable results that outperform typical retail seed blends.

⭐ Above-the-Fold: Why Customers Choose Spreader Elite

  • ✅ Spreading Tall Fescue Technology – Repairs thin and damaged areas naturally

  • ✅ 100% Turf-Type Tall Fescue – No filler, no annual grasses

  • ✅ 0% Weed Seed / 0% Other Crop – Clean, professional-quality seed

  • ✅ Dark Green, Fine-Textured Turf – Golf-course-style appearance at home

  • ✅ Heat & Drought Tolerant – Ideal for transition and cool-season zones

  • ✅ Proven NTEP Varieties – Tested for performance nationwide

  • ✅ Excellent Disease Resistance – Fights brown patch, rust, and more

  • ✅ Made for DIY & Pros – Commercial results without commercial equipment

🌱 Product Overview

GCI Turf Spreader Elite™ is a 3-way blend of elite turf-type tall fescue cultivars selected for:

  • Superior density

  • Enhanced spreading via rhizomes

  • Dark green color

  • Improved crown strength

  • Stress tolerance

This blend closely resembles the standard GCI TTTF mix in appearance and performance.

Ideal For:

  • Front and back lawns

  • High-traffic areas

  • Renovations and overseeding

  • Transition-zone climates

🔍 What Makes Spreader Elite Different?

Unlike traditional tall fescue that grows in clumps, Spreader Elite features rhizomatous varieties that slowly spread underground—similar to Kentucky bluegrass—allowing your lawn to:

✔ Fill in bare spots slowly
✔ Repair wear damage
✔ Maintain density over time
✔ Reduce patchy areas

While it doesn’t spread quite as fast as Kentucky Bluegrass, it provides a balance of durability + recovery + low maintenance.

🌟 Featured Cultivars

🔥 FLAME (Tall Fescue)

  • Enhanced rhizome development

  • Fast establishment

  • Superior density

  • Dark color

  • Fine leaf texture

  • Excellent traffic recovery

🌿 CORONADO TDH (Tall Fescue)

  • Outstanding drought tolerance

  • Requires less water

  • Excellent heat resistance

  • Strong disease package

🌊 SALTILLO (Tall Fescue)

  • Superior summer performance

  • Salt tolerance

  • Excellent brown patch resistance

  • Strong heat tolerance

Note: Due to availability, comparable elite varieties (such as Falcon IV) may occasionally be substituted.

🌞 Growing Requirements

Factor Recommendation
Sun Full sun to partial shade
Mowing Height 3" – 4.5"
Water Needs Moderate
Shade Tolerance Moderate
Drought Tolerance High
Disease Resistance High

📅 Best Time to Plant

Fall is Ideal

  • 🌡 Soil Temp: 50°F – 65°F

  • 🌤 Air Temp: 60°F – 75°F

  • 📆 Prime Window: Mid-August – Mid-October

Spring seeding is possible but recommended only when necessary.

📏 Seeding Rates

Application Rate (Per 1,000 sq ft)
Poor Lawn Overseeding 6 – 8 lbs
Good Lawn Overseeding 3 – 6 lbs
Bare Soil / Renovation 8 – 10 lbs

💧 Germination & Watering Guide

Germination Time

⏱ 4–10 days (weather dependent)

Key Rule: Keep Seed Moist

Water lightly and frequently:

  • 2–4 times daily during germination

  • Keep surface damp at all times

  • Avoid puddling

After Establishment

  • Transition to deep watering

  • Target: 1" per week

  • Hot/Dry Weather: Up to 1.5"–2"

🛠 What’s in the Bag?

  • ✔ 3-Way Elite TTTF Blend

  • ✔ 0% Weed Seed

  • ✔ 0% Other Crop

  • ✔ Professionally Cleaned & Tested

  • ✔ Sealed for Freshness

Shelf Life: Up to 2 years when stored cool and dry

🎯 Why Choose GCI Turf Spreader Elite?

Compared to Standard Tall Fescue Blends

Feature Spreader Elite Typical TTTF
Spreading Ability ✅ Yes ❌ No
NTEP-Tested Varieties ✅ Yes ❌ Rare
Weed-Free Guarantee ✅ Yes ❌ Often No
Density High Medium
Self-Repair Yes No
Longevity Excellent Average

Spreader Elite combines the strength of tall fescue with the recovery ability of spreading grasses—giving you a thicker, healthier lawn year after year.

📊 Comparison: GCI Seed vs. Big Box Store Seed

Feature GCI Spreader Elite Box Store Seed
Seed Purity 100% Premium TTTF Mixed 
Weed Seed 0% Often Present
Cultivar Quality NTEP Tested Unknown
Spreading Ability Yes No
Density High Low–Medium
Disease Resistance Strong Weak
Color Dark Green Light / Uneven
Results Professional Inconsistent

🎁 Bonus: Lawn Care Guide Savings

When you purchase Spreader Elite, you’ll receive a coupon code for 50% off the GCI Turf Cool Season Lawn Care Guide—located inside your included user guide.

Tip: Purchase your seed first to unlock the discount.

⚠️ Important Return Policy

All grass seed sales are final.

We cannot accept returns on seed products because we cannot verify storage conditions (moisture, heat, humidity, sunlight) once they leave our facility.

🧪 Starter Fertilizer Recommendation

Using a quality starter fertilizer at seeding dramatically improves establishment. Pairing GCI TTTF with a proper starter helps promote:

  • Faster rooting

  • Stronger seedlings

  • Thicker coverage


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