Tall fescue is valued for its adaptability to a wide range of climates and its tolerances for cold, heat, drought, and shade. A 3-pound bag covers up to 750 square feet for overseeding an existing lawn and 250 square feet for starting a new lawn from scratch. The Roots of the Rebels Brand dates back to 1979 when turf researchers at Rutgers University released a revolutionary new grass. Known as 'Rebel,' it was the very first example of what's now known as turf-type tall fescue. With roots like those, it's only natural that The Rebels Brand carries the Pennington name.