Which Scotts fertilizer to use in the fall?
Turf Builder® WinterGuard® Fall
Fall is the best time to feed with Scotts® Turf Builder® WinterGuard® Fall Lawn Food. It builds strong, deep roots for a better lawn next spring.
When should I put down Scotts fall fertilizer?
Timing: Apply fall lawn fertilizer once between August and November, right before winter hits, 6 to 8 weeks after the summer feeding. Apply the Scotts® Turf Builder® Annual Program Fall product now if you’ve been following that regimen.
Does Scott’s fall fertilizer need to be watered in?
No need to water-in; however watering during dry periods will hasten results.
What is best lawn fertilizer for fall?
“Nitrogen applied in the fall is the most important lawn fertilization of the year,” says Robert Cox, Colorado Sate University Cooperative Extension Agent. “Use a high-nitrogen fertilizer, such as 25-5-5, or something with a similar formula.”
Can I use Scotts spring fertilizer in fall?
Using a lawn food made for spring feeding will not harm your fall lawn, but it will not be as beneficial as a “fall and winter” lawn food that has more slow-release nitrogen. Then, when spring arrives, the warm soil releases the nutrients and the early spring growth of the grass helps to crowd out weeds.
Will Scotts fall fertilizer burn grass?
Scotts® granular Lawn Foods are slow-release products, meaning the nutrients are released slowly to the lawn. Microbes in the soil are able to break down the nitrogen in the particles over time, thereby releasing nutrients slowly and steadily over a6-8 week period, which means no lawn burn.
Is it too late to fertilize my lawn in October?
Apply fall lawn fertilizer 2 to 3 weeks before the ground freezes. To find an exact date, look for the first frost date in your area. That date is typically a good time to fertilize since the ground hasn’t frozen yet. More generally, mid-October is a good time to apply lawn fertilizer.
What should I put on my lawn in October?
Apply a nitrogen-rich fertilizer. If you want your lawn to look better and be healthier, fertilize in the fall. This process will give your lawn plenty of nutrients to get it through the winter and help the grass grow stronger in spring.
What is the difference between spring and fall lawn fertilizer?
Fall and spring lawn fertilizers are very different formulas because they serve very different purposes. In the fall, your goal is to help your lawn charge up nutrients and conserve them through the dormant period. In the spring, fertilizer is used to help the lawn bounce back to life and grow rapidly.
What’s the difference between spring fertilizer and fall fertilizer?
A: The blend of nutrients is usually different between fall and spring fertilizers, not to mention the other products that may be added. In your case, you also have a weed-killer in the unused fertilizer from last fall. In four-step programs, it’s the second step in late spring that includes the weed-killer.
Can you mow after fertilizing?
After a fertilizing treatment you need to wait only 24 hours to mow the lawn. How long should I wait to cut my lawn after aeration and seeding? After aeration and seeding we recommend waiting at least one week to mow your lawn.
When to apply Scotts fertilizer to a lawn?
When to Apply Scotts Fertilizer to a Lawn. Kick off the growing season with a fertilizer application to feed that hungry grass. Get it on the schedule for sometime between February and April, right around the time the grass starts turning green, growing and needing to be mowed.
When to use Scotts Winterizer?
The term “winterizer” has been used to promote various fall lawn applications on Northern grasses for some 30 years. It has been used by many to sell all sorts of fertilizer blends for applications timed from early late August through late November.
When to apply fall fertilizer to lawn?
Apply fall lawn fertilizer 2 to 3 weeks before the ground freezes. To find an exact date, look for the first frost date in your area. That date is typically a good time to fertilize since the ground hasn’t frozen yet.
When should I apply weed and feed in the fall?
When to Apply. Spring and fall are the best time to spread your chosen weed and feed product on the lawn. Look for temperatures between 60 and 90 degrees during the day for optimal application. Also, check the weather. If the forecast calls for rain within the next 24 hours, hold off on applying the weed and feed.