★ Most Species Diversity

Best All Purpose Lawn Seed Mix: 6 Species + Clover — The Widest-Adapting Lawn Seed for Any Northern Yard

Updated April 2026 10 Products Compared By the Old Cobblers Farm Team

Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Tuff Turf All Purpose Lawn Mix

by Wicked Tuff Turf — Littleton, New Hampshire
All Purpose Lawn Mix
Multi-species blend
"The most adaptable lawn mix available. 6 species + White Clover means every square foot of your yard gets colonized by whichever species thrives there. Plus free nitrogen from clover reduces or eliminates fertilizer."
Initial coverage: 2-3
Establishment
Zones 3-7
Hardiness Range
Low to Moderate
Maintenance
Mix
Category
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6 Species + Clover

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Built-In White Clover

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Tall Fescue for Tough Spots

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Self-Repair From Two Species

Quick Establishment

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Works on Every Soil Type

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Fall Planting Ideal

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Trusted by 20,000+ Growers

SpeciesAll Purpose Lawn Mix (Multi-species blend)
Growth HabitMixed rhizomatous + bunch-type. 6 species + clover for maximum adaptability.
Root Depth4-6 inches
EstablishmentInitial coverage: 2-3 weeks. Mature: 12-18 months.
Hardiness Zones3-7
MaintenanceLow to Moderate
CategoryMix
Available Sizes1 lb | 5 lb | 10 lb | 25 lb

What We Love

  • Most species-diverse lawn mix available (6 + clover)
  • Built-in White Clover provides free nitrogen
  • Self-repair from two rhizomatous species
  • Works on clay, sand, loam — every soil type
  • Quick green from 27% ryegrass component

Worth Noting

  • KBG is only 10% — less self-repair than premium bluegrass mixes
  • Texture variation from 6 species — not perfectly uniform
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Available in 1 lb | 5 lb | 10 lb | 25 lb
The Competition

Turf Builder Everyday All Purpose

by Scotts
50% Coating; 30% PRG, 10% CRF, 10% KBG
Purity / Germ
Sizes3, 7, 15 lb
Price$18 - $65

Smart Seed All Purpose

by Pennington
50% Coating; 25% PRG, 15% TTTF, 10% Fine Fescue
Purity / Germ
Sizes3, 7, 20 lb
Price$17 - $60

All-A-Bout Grass Seed

by Jonathan Green
40% TTTF, 30% PRG, 20% Fine Fescues, 10% KBG
Purity / Germ
Sizes3, 7, 15 lb
Price$20 - $65

General Purpose Seed Mix

by Hancock Seed
40% TTTF, 30% PRG, 20% Annual Rye, 10% Fine Fescue
Purity / Germ
Sizes10, 25, 50 lb
Price$45 - $130

All Purpose Lawn Seed

by Outsidepride
40% PRG, 30% TTTF, 20% Fine Fescue, 10% KBG
Purity / Germ
Sizes5, 10, 25, 50 lb
Price$35 - $160

Multi-Purpose Grass Seed

by Barenbrug
40% TTTF, 30% PRG, 20% Fine Fescue, 10% KBG
Purity / Germ
Sizes10, 50 lb
Price$50 - $180

SS5000 Sunny Blend

by Seed Superstore
40% KBG, 40% PRG, 20% Chewings Fescue
Purity / Germ
Sizes5, 10, 25 lb
Price$55 - $210

General Purpose Blend

by Seedland
45% TTTF, 40% PRG, 15% KBG
Purity / Germ
Sizes10, 50 lb
Price$45 - $160

Bee Lawn Seed Mixture

by Twin City Seed
40% Fine Fescue, 40% PRG, 15% KBG, 5% White Clover
Purity / Germ
Sizes2, 5, 10, 25 lb
Price$35 - $160

All-Purpose Grass Seed

by Vigoro
50% Coating; 30% Annual Rye, 10% PRG, 10% Generic Fescue
Purity / Germ
Sizes3, 7, 15 lb
Price$15 - $45
Feature Old Cobblers Farm™ Wicked Tuff Turf All Purpose Lawn Mix Turf Builder Everyday All Purpose Smart Seed All Purpose All-A-Bout Grass Seed General Purpose Seed Mix All Purpose Lawn Seed Multi-Purpose Grass Seed SS5000 Sunny Blend General Purpose Blend Bee Lawn Seed Mixture All-Purpose Grass Seed
Purity / Germ 50% Coating; 30% PRG, 10% CRF, 10% KBG 50% Coating; 25% PRG, 15% TTTF, 10% Fine Fescue 40% TTTF, 30% PRG, 20% Fine Fescues, 10% KBG 40% TTTF, 30% PRG, 20% Annual Rye, 10% Fine Fescue 40% PRG, 30% TTTF, 20% Fine Fescue, 10% KBG 40% TTTF, 30% PRG, 20% Fine Fescue, 10% KBG 40% KBG, 40% PRG, 20% Chewings Fescue 45% TTTF, 40% PRG, 15% KBG 40% Fine Fescue, 40% PRG, 15% KBG, 5% White Clover 50% Coating; 30% Annual Rye, 10% PRG, 10% Generic Fescue
Sizes 1 lb | 5 lb | 10 lb | 25 lb 3, 7, 15 lb 3, 7, 20 lb 3, 7, 15 lb 10, 25, 50 lb 5, 10, 25, 50 lb 10, 50 lb 5, 10, 25 lb 10, 50 lb 2, 5, 10, 25 lb 3, 7, 15 lb
Price $18 - $65 $17 - $60 $20 - $65 $45 - $130 $35 - $160 $50 - $180 $55 - $210 $45 - $160 $35 - $160 $15 - $45
Brand Old Cobblers Farm Scotts Pennington Jonathan Green Hancock Seed Outsidepride Barenbrug Seed Superstore Seedland Twin City Seed Vigoro

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How long does it take for the seed to germinate?

    Germination typically occurs within 7-14 days under optimal conditions with consistent moisture and temperatures between 60-75°F.

  • What is the best time of year to plant this grass seed?

    The ideal planting times are early fall (late August to mid-October) or spring (mid-April to early June) when soil temperatures are favorable for germination.

  • What do the numbers on the seed tag mean?

    The seed tag shows purity percentage (amount of pure seed), germination rate (percentage that will sprout), weed seed content, and other crop or inert matter. Higher purity and germination percentages indicate better quality seed.

  • What is the recommended seeding rate per 1,000 square feet?

    For new lawns, apply 3-4 pounds per 1,000 square feet. For overseeding existing lawns, use 2-3 pounds per 1,000 square feet.

  • Is it better to use a single species or a seed mix?

    A single species like Kentucky Bluegrass provides uniformity in color and texture, while a mix offers better disease resistance and adaptability to varying conditions. Your choice depends on your priorities for appearance versus resilience.