Shadow

Shadow Grass Seed Mat

Pre-seeded, biodegradable lawn mat purpose-built to unlock consistent turf performance in shaded environments. Shadow is engineered for shade from trees and buildings, delivering dense and compact growth with a low-input operating profile for water and fertiliser. A small proportion of ryegrass supports rapid germination for faster green-up, while the hot & dry composition includes drought-tolerant grass to de-risk seasonal stress. Best-fit use case: lawns and ornamental areas in shade (moderate wear tolerance).

Key Performance Ratings

Shadow is engineered for shaded installations (trees, buildings, north-facing zones) where you need dense, compact growth with a low-input maintenance profile. The mix performs well with reduced water and fertiliser, and the hot & dry composition includes drought-tolerant grass. Shade-adapted varieties are optimised for ornamental and lawn surfaces, with moderate wear capacity and faster early green-up supported by a small ryegrass component.

Seed Mixture Composition

Shadow is engineered for lawns in shaded areas (e.g., trees and buildings), delivering dense and compact growth with low input of water and fertiliser. The shade-resistant grass types are built for ornamental and lawn surfaces and can withstand moderate wear. Two climate-specific compositions are available, and the hot & dry configuration includes drought-tolerant grass.

Species Breakdown

%	Common name	Scientific name	Height (cm)	Germination time	Germination temperature
20%	Perennial ryegrass	Lolium perenne	10–50	5–10 days	Between 20 and 30 °C
40%	Red fescue	Festuca rubra	10–50	14–21 days	Between 25 and 30 °C
20%	Chewing's fescue	Festuca rubra commutata	15–50	12–22 days	Between 10 and 18 °C
20%	Kentucky bluegrass	Poa pratensis	20–50	14–30 days	Between 15 and 30 °C

Note: The proportion of small ryegrass supports rapid germination and quicker early green-up. Shadow is optimised for shaded lawns and ornamental areas; wear tolerance is designed for moderate use cases. Establishment outcomes remain execution-dependent: seedbed preparation, consistent moisture, and irrigation discipline are the primary performance drivers during the first weeks after installation.

Establishment — Typical Timeline

Milestone	Typical timing
Germination	2–4 weeks (ideal conditions)
First cut	At 8–10 cm (site-dependent)
First use	Limited after ~3–4 weeks
Normal foot traffic	After 3–5 mowing cycles

Timing depends on temperature, moisture and how well the ground was prepared.

Germination — Lab Results

Test batch	Germination (%)
Batch 1	Available on request
Batch 2	Available on request
Batch 3	Available on request

Batch-level certificates can be shared for procurement alignment and QA documentation.

Roll Sizes & Packaging

Shadow is packaged in three roll formats to streamline everything from DIY upgrades to installer-led residential and amenity deployments in shaded environments. SKUs are standardised for clean pallet configuration and predictable logistics planning.

Project / Contractor Roll

Shadow 40 m²

High-coverage roll optimised for professional workflows where you need fast deployment in shade-prone zones, delivering dense and compact growth with low input requirements.

Roll size0.80 m × 50 m

Coverage40 m²

Net weight4.4 kg

EAN7350 00309 0403

MOQ / pallet40 pcs / EUR (120×80×215 cm)

Best-fit for contractors executing multi-zone shade lawns (trees/buildings) with a low-maintenance operating model.

Multi-Garden Roll

Shadow 25 m²

Balanced format for retail and professional deployment — substantial coverage with practical handling, storage, and distribution performance for shaded residential gardens.

Roll size0.80 m × 31.25 m

Coverage25 m²

Net weight3.2 kg

EAN7350 00309 0816

MOQ / pallet64 pcs / EUR (120×80×215 cm)

Strong fit for home lawn renovations and garden-centre programs targeting shade-tolerant, compact turf coverage.

Retail / DIY Roll

Shadow 10 m²

Compact roll for DIY users, smaller gardens, and targeted repair zones in shaded areas. Simple to transport, easy to handle, and efficient to merchandise in retail.

Roll size0.80 m × 12.50 m

Coverage10 m²

Net weight1.2 kg

EAN7350 00309 1233

MOQ / pallet200 pcs / EUR (120×80×215 cm)

Ideal for consumer retail bundles and spot-repair activation where shade performance is the primary success metric.

Activate your Shadow lawn program

Deploy Shadow pre-seeded, biodegradable grass seed mats to deliver a dense, compact lawn surface engineered for shaded exposures (trees, buildings, north-side zones). The mix is optimised for low input of water and fertiliser, with a hot & dry composition option that includes drought-tolerant grass. Shade-resistant turf types are designed for moderate wear, and a small ryegrass component supports rapid germination for faster early green up ideal for lawn surfaces and ornamental lawns.

When to plant Shadow grass seed mats

Shadow is engineered for shaded areas (e.g., under trees and alongside buildings), delivering dense, compact growth with a low-input maintenance profile. It is well suited for reduced water and fertiliser strategies, with a climate-specific composition option that includes drought-tolerant grass for hot & dry conditions. A small ryegrass proportion supports rapid germination, while overall wear tolerance is designed for moderate use—ideal for lawn surfaces and ornamental lawns.

Optimal planting windows

Best results are obtained when seeding in the early spring or fall, when daily temperatures range between 15 °C and 26 °C, as these conditions are ideal for seedling growth.

Spring planting: Plant in early spring when temperatures are between 12 °C and 26 °C. This allows time for the seed to grow and establish before facing the hot, dry conditions of summer.
Fall planting: Plant in the late summer or early fall when daily temperatures are consistently between 18 °C and 26 °C. Fall is a great time for planting because the warm days and cool nights promote growth.

Establishment & early use

Care: Look out for weeds and diseases.
Irrigation: Necessary. Water is an essential part of the germination process. Without it, the process will slow down significantly and in worst-case scenarios may stop completely.
Germination: 2–4 weeks in ideal conditions.
First cut: At 8–10 cm, the lawn may be ready to be mowed within 2–4 weeks of planting (conditions dependent).
First use: Limited after 3–4 weeks. Timing depends on weather, time of year and how well the ground was prepared. Only once roots have penetrated the soil and established is the new lawn ready for broader use.
Foot traffic & pets: Once you have mowed the lawn 3–5 times, it is generally ready for foot traffic. Keep pets away from newly planted grass, as seeds and young seedlings are delicate and easily damaged.

Timings above assume correct soil preparation, adequate nutrition and consistent watering. Local climate and site conditions can shorten or extend the establishment period.

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