Reinders - Wisconsin DOT No. 40 Seed Mix - 50 LB Bag

Reinders Wisconsin DOT No. 40 Seed Mix is an officially specified blend tailored for urban and roadside applications where a dense, lawn-like appearance is desired. Designed for use in public-facing areas such as city boulevards, sidewalks, parkways, and commercial landscapes, this seed mixture establishes a high-quality, aesthetically pleasing turf with superior wear tolerance and mowing adaptability.

Blended to meet the WisDOT 2025 Standard Specification 630.2.1.5.1.2 for Mixture No. 40, this formula includes species that thrive in moderate traffic and variable soil conditions. It is ideal for projects where visual appeal and ease of maintenance are equally important.

Key Features & Benefits:

• DOT-approved for use in urban or landscaped areas
• Produces a fine-textured, green, uniform turf
• Performs well under mowing and moderate maintenance
• Quick establishment helps reduce erosion and weed encroachment
• Ideal for city corridors, residential roadways, and commercial frontage

Seed Mix Composition:

• 35% Kentucky Bluegrass (98/85)
• 30% Creeping Red Fescue
• 20% Hard Fescue
• 15% VNS Fine Leaf Perennial Ryegrass

Applications:

• Urban boulevards and parkways
• Residential and municipal right-of-ways
• Public-facing slopes and mowable turf zones

Seeding Rate:

• 5 lbs per 1,000 sq ft
• Equivalent to 220 lbs per acre

Technical Specifications:

• Seed Type: Cool-season blend for lawn-type turf
• Adaptability: Performs in urban soils with moderate fertility
• Color: Medium to dark green
• Growth Habit: Spreading and bunch-forming species
• Size: 50 LB Bag

This seed mix is ideal for DOT contractors, municipalities, and landscape professionals looking to meet WisDOT requirements while achieving attractive, low-input turf. Refer to WisDOT Section 630 for installation and seeding guidelines.