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How to Use

Loosen Soil: To overseed, mow grass closely, then loosen top 1/4 inch of soil in bare and thin areas. To seed a new lawn, loosen top 2 to 3 inches of soil to provide a lodging place for the seeds.

Plant Seed: Distribute the seed evenly. For best results, always use a Scotts® brand spreader.

Apply Fertilizer and Water: Apply Scotts Starter® Fertilizer to increase seeding success and then water thoroughly. WATERING IS CRUCIAL TO SEEDING SUCCESS. Keep the top 1/2 inch of soil damp by watering twice daily until all seedlings are up. Continue to water once or twice a day until the lawn is established (6 to 8 weeks).

Feed New Grass Plants: In 4-6 weeks, make an application of Scotts Turf Builder® Lawn Fertilizer. This helps the plants knit together to form a thick, green carpet of grass. Do not apply a weed control product until after at least three mowings. Mow new seedlings as soon as they reach normal mowing height.

When to Apply

Spring and Fall are the best times to plant grass seed because the seed germinates with temperatures between 60°F - 80°F.

Where to Use

Southern lawns.

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