Scotts Turf Builder Landscaper's (South) 40-lb Mixture Grass Seed Lowes.com (2024)

FAQs

How long does it take for Scotts Landscapers mix to germinate? ›

We recommend putting down a thin layer of Scotts® Turf Builder® LawnSoil™ evenly over the prepared area. Next, spread grass seed and lightly rake into soil.

Quality grass seed labels include guidance on optimal seeding rates to maximize your results. Don't overdo or cut corners. Too much grass seed causes undue competition for resources such as light, water and nutrients, and grass seedlings struggle as a result. Too little seed leaves lawns thin or bare.

had a bare spot about 8 x 10 in a shady/late afternoon sunny area - had trouble the last 2 years having the grass grow and come back - raked in the Turf Builder Grass Seed with a little starter fertilizer and in a few days I had grass starting - it has been about 3 weeks now and the grass looks great! 4 out of 5 stars.

Simply insert a long screw driver into the ground. If it pushes down 6 to 8 inches without much resistance, you have the proper water saturation. Water new grass seed for 5 to 10 minutes immediately after planting to gently moisten the first several inches of soil.

Whether you're repairing bare spots, overseeding an existing lawn or starting from scratch, you can generally expect grass seedlings to emerge within seven to 21 days when grown under proper conditions. It may take another three to four weeks of growth before grass is long enough to mow.

Too much fertilizer adds too much nitrogen and salt to the soil. It's called fertilizer “burn,” and can actually kill your lawn. Imagine the yellow or brown dog urine spots you see in lawns.

Overseeding is spreading grass seed over an existing lawn. Done right, it's a straightforward process that gets results. As grasses mature, thinning is normal—especially if you enjoy your lawn and use it often. Overseeding keeps your lawn competitive and steeped in youth and vigor, without starting over from scratch.

Scotts Turf Builder Weed & Feed3 must stick to weed leaves to be effective. Product should be left undisturbed and not watered for 24 hours after application. Temperatures must be consistently (several days in a row) between 60 and 90 degrees.

So, generally, once you're done seeding you should limit foot traffic for at least 3-4 weeks. Cool-weather grasses usually take a couple of weeks to sprout, but giving it a little longer to grow will help its root system to take hold.

Can you just sprinkle grass seed on lawn? ›

When you just sprinkle grass seed on an existing lawn, it ends up just sitting atop of the soil and a lot of it may never germinate. Then homeowners end up asking the question, why can't I get my grass to grow? In reality, the best practice is to have lawn aeration performed followed by overseeding the lawn.

New lawns need time for their roots to become established before they can be mowed for the first time. For seeded lawns, it may take up to 2 months before they are ready to be mowed. Sod may be ready to be mowed within 2 to 3 weeks of planting.

Another option is to save yourself some time and combine the feeding and seeding with Scotts® Turf Builder Rapid Grass Sun & Shade Mix®. Thanks to its unique combination of seed and fertilizer, your grass will grow twice as fast as it would if you were using seed alone, giving you a thick, green lawn in just weeks.

Our top choice, Scotts Turf Builder Sun & Shade Mix, is a blend of bluegrass, fine fescue, and perennial ryegrass that stands up to high heat, thrives in both sun and shade, and tolerates drought.

Days to Soak How long it takes for grass seed to germinate depends on the species. Turfgrass seeds can be soaked in water for 3 to 5 days to germinate. Kentucky Bluegrass (KBG) is slow to germinate and should be soaked for five days.

Two of the most common factors that slow down grass growth are cooler than normal temperatures and overwatering from heavy spring rains. You can't necessarily avoid cooler than normal temperatures or heavy rain, but it's a good idea to look at the long-range forecast before planting.

Use a "mist – lightly water – deeply water" process like this: After seeding and fertilizing, you'll want to keep the top inch of soil moist until the seeds start to germinate (aka sprout). This means misting the area once a day, maybe twice if it's unusually hot out there—but don't let the area get soggy.

Soak the seed in water for 3 to 5 days. Bluegrass should be soaked for 5 days.