Good day,

I want to convert about 30 sq yds of vegetable plot into lawn. The area is
at the back of my house in Dorset, and receives full sun. The soil is
slightly cleyey and alkaline. I'd like to use seed that will result in a
lawn that will stay green even in mild draught, and not require too much
mowing and weeding The area will not get much wear and tear.

I'd also like it if the chosen mix will spread, because surrounding the
patch in question, is a larger area consisting of poor grass types which
don't stay green in summer, but I don't have the inclination to dig it all
over and replant. It would be great if the newly-planted area would
gradually spread and take over the entire area...

Can anyone recommend a suitable grass seed mix? I am also wondering about
adding some microclover seed. Does anyone have any experience of this, and
would you recommend it?

Many thanks,

A