Mercury Kentucky Bluegrass (Poa pratensis) has the high shear strength needed for sports fields and sod production from its father, P-105, combined with the shade and drought tolerance from its Compact America type mother. Fast germination and quick establishment makes it the perfect bluegrass for new stands or overseeding. Mercury is a dark green, medium textured variety with exceptional uniformity. It has medium density and, while it performs very well in the shade, it is also a good summer performer with very good heat and drought tolerance. Mercury has a large seed and above average seedling vigor and establishment. It establishes quickly and produces a tough turf with excellent sod shear strength. Mercury’s overall disease resistance is excellent. It has demonstrated excellent resistance to Leaf and Stem Rust, Stripe Smut, and Powdery Mildew. It has very good resistance to Dollar Spot, Summer Patch, Brown Patch, Leaf Spot, and Melting Out.