Grass seed runs $1-$20 per pound in 2026 depending on variety and quality tier. Tall fescue standard grade: $2-$6/lb. Kentucky bluegrass standard: $4-$8/lb, certified: $10-$20/lb. Perennial ryegrass: $2-$6/lb. Bermuda (hulled): $3-$8/lb. Zoysia: $6-$15/lb. Bahia: $1-$3/lb.
- Tall fescue (standard): $2-$6/lb; premium certified: $5-$14/lb
- Kentucky bluegrass: $4-$8/lb standard, $10-$20/lb elite cultivar
- Perennial ryegrass: $2-$6/lb standard
- Bermuda hulled: $3-$8/lb; unhulled: $1-$4/lb
- Zoysia: $6-$15/lb (low germination rate makes plugs/sod often better)
- Bahia: $1-$3/lb (budget warm-season, large acreage Southeast)
| Grass Variety | Price per lb | Seeding Rate (new lawn) | Cost per 1,000 sqft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tall fescue (standard) | $2-$6 | 6-8 lbs | $12-$48 |
| Kentucky bluegrass | $4-$16 | 2-3 lbs | $8-$48 |
| Perennial ryegrass | $2-$6 | 8-10 lbs | $16-$60 |
| Bermuda (hulled) | $3-$8 | 1-2 lbs | $3-$16 |
| Zoysia | $6-$15 | 1-2 lbs | $6-$30 |
| Bahia | $1-$3 | 4-6 lbs | $4-$18 |


