Grass seed calculator
Pounds of seed for new lawns or overseeding.
Inputs
The formula
lbs = (area ÷ 1,000) × rate per 1,000 sq ft.
Worked example
1,000 sq ft × 6 lb/K = 6 lbs of seed.
Frequently asked
›New lawn vs overseeding rate?
New: 6–8 lb per 1,000 sq ft. Overseed: 3–4 lb.
›Best seeding season?
Cool-season grasses: early fall. Warm-season: late spring.