The Scotts Turf Builder Sun and Shade Grass Seed Mix (see price here) is comprised of the following ingredients:
- 9.76% Wendy Jean Creeping Red Fescue.
- 9.75% Fenway Creeping Red Rescue.
- 8.77% Citation Fore Perennial Ryegrass.
- 8.28% Silver Dollar Perennial Ryegrass.
- 6.34% Moonshine Kentucky Bluegrass.
What is sun and shade mix?
Sun and Shade Grass Seed at a Glance
Mix of superior cool-season grass varieties. Ideal for sunny to moderately shady areas. Excellent drought tolerance. Improved disease and insect resistance. Thick, fine-bladed, dark blue-green lawn.
Whats the best grass seed for shade and sun?
Scotts Turf Builder Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix thrives in scorching sunlight or densely shaded conditions, making it our top choice.
How do you use Scotts Turf Builder sun and shade mix?
How to use
- PREP. Bare Soil: Loosen top layer of soil. Dead Grass/Thin Area: Rake area and remove dead grass.
- APPLY. Small Area: Spread by hand or with a Scotts® handheld spreader.
- WATER. Keep the soil surface moist until the seedlings reach 2 inches tall.
- CARE. Seed will begin to grow in 5 – 10 days.
What grass types are in Scotts sun and shade mix? – Related Questions
What type of grass is in Scotts Dense shade Mix?
A: Scotts Turf Builder Grass Seed Dense Shade mix contains the following grasses: 15% Dynamic II Tall Fescue 15% Duration Tall Fescue 15% Endeavor II Tall Fescue 5% Wendy Jean Fine Fescue This seed should be used in shaded areas in tall fescue lawns.
How long does it take Scott’s sun and shade grass seed to grow?
Scotts® Turf Builder® Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix®
Seed will begin to grow in 5-10 days. You can mow the seedlings when they reach 3 inches in height.
How much water does Scotts sun and shade need?
A: Scotts Turf Builder grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix will mix well in any combination of Bluegrass, Ryegrass or Fine Fescues lawns. This grass will do well in full sun to partial shade. This grass will need 1 inch of water per week.
Should you water lawn after applying Scotts Turf Builder?
After applying Scotts® Turf Builder® Weed & Feed₃ you don’t water your lawn for at least 24 hours. Just like rain, watering your lawn after applying Scotts® Turf Builder® Weed & Feed₃ washes the weed control particles off of weed leaves before they can fully work.
What is the best way to apply Scotts Turf Builder?
What happens if it rains after applying Scotts Turf Builder?
A light rain or snow after you apply the fertilizer won’t hurt, but a downpour the next day could wash the fertilizer away. Keep in mind, too, that you never want to put fertilizer on frozen ground because the grass won’t absorb it.
What month do you apply Scotts Turf Builder?
To help your lawn continue to thrive during the spring and kill pesky broadleaf weeds, apply Scotts® Turf Builder® Annual Program Spring between April and June, but at least 6 to 8 weeks after applying the Early Spring product.
What month should I fertilize lawn?
Timing: Apply early spring lawn fertilizer once between February and April, when your grass is starting to green up and begin to actively grow (around the time your lawn first needs to be mowed).
Why did Scotts Turf Builder burn my lawn?
These products often applied too much nitrogen at one time, and the microbes in the soil couldn’t break it all down. The excess nitrogen in the fertilizer in the soil caused the grass to start giving water back to the soil, causing it to dry out. This resulted in a burned look to the lawn.
Can you put down too much Scotts Turf Builder?
Applying too much fertilizer to your lawn will cause the nitrogen and salt levels in the soil to increase rapidly, which can damage or even kill the grass. When this happens, it is known as “fertilizer burn” and looks like yellow and brown strips or patches of dead grass.
What does over fertilized grass look like?
Recognizing Over-Fertilization Lawn Symptoms
It shows up as scorched areas of the lawn (literally looked “burned”) and is typically crispy and yellow (or brown). If you’ve overapplied to the entire lawn it might not be enough to burn it but you might notice symptoms such as brown or yellow tips on the grass blades.
Will burnt grass from fertilizer grow back?
Fertilizer burnt grass can grow back if untreated, but this is not likely the case. Most of the time, you will have to apply some extra water to the turf to ensure the burn goes away.
What’s the best time of day to water grass?
Watering in the morning (before 10 a.m.) is the best time for your lawn; it’s cooler and winds tend to be calmer so water can soak into the soil and be absorbed by the grass roots before it can evaporate.
How do I get my brown grass green again?
Consistent watering is crucial in turning your brown, lifeless lawn into a vibrant carpet of rich green. Grass seed must have consistent moisture to germinate and establish healthy roots, so respect this critical step. Water your lawn daily so the soil stays consistently moist. If needed, water twice a day.
Can you fertilize after mowing?
Lawns require regular mowing, water and fertilizer to keep them in pristine condition. When fertilizing a lawn, it is best to apply fertilizer after the lawn has been mowed so it has a few days to absorb the fertilizer.
What if it rains after I fertilize my lawn?
Here’s the deal: rainfall after fertilization is absolutely not a bad thing. In fact, it’s good! Water helps fertilizer fully absorb into the soil. Mild rain after you fertilize is nothing to worry about.