Seeding orchard grass in the winter

I live in TN so our ground doesn't freeze for long periods.... Will it hurt to seed new stand orchard grass in December? I know the seed isn't going to germinate until spring, but didn't know if it will harm the seed until it does warm up in the spring? It would really help me since I will be busy planting other crops in the spring.... plus I thought I wouldn't lose as much soil moisture from working the ground now as I will in the spring.



If it wouldn't hurt it, would you apply any fertilizer now or wait till after it has grown some? Thanks sorry I am new with orchard grass.



Seeding orchard grass in the winter