Scotts Turf Builder Winterguard Fall Weed & Feed Fertilizer_gr (2024)

FAQs

When to apply Scotts WinterGuard fall weed and feed? ›

Apply Scotts® Turf Builder® WinterGuard® Fall Weed & Feed3 on a calm day when weeds are actively growing and temperatures are consistently between 60°F and 90°F. Make sure your grass is moist from dew or sprinkling, as this helps particles adhere to weed leaves to produce the best results.

Is Scotts weed and feed safe for dogs? Scotts weed and feed are unsafe for dogs while the lawn is still wet. Dogs should be kept inside while applying Scotts weed and fed until completely dried. Once it has dried, the lawn should be safe for your furry friends.

A good rule of thumb (green or any other hue) is to apply your first feeding when your lawn starts to actively grow and needs its first mowing. Depending on where you live, that can be February through April.

At a minimum, it's best to wait 24 hours before watering the grass after applying weed and feed. This delay is because of the weed control product. It needs time to get into the weeds and start doing its job. After 24 hours, give your lawn a good drink, soaking the soil at least six inches down.

If possible, water your lawn. Granules stick to weeds better when they're slightly wet. Wait to apply weed and feed until temperatures are above freezing but below 80 °F and there is no rain in the forecast for the next few days. Extreme temperatures will lower your lawn's ability to withstand treatment.

Most Scotts® fertilizers can be applied to either a wet or dry lawn.

It is common practice to wait at least 24-72 hours before letting your dog go back on the lawn. After this period, the fertilizer is absorbed entirely into the soil. Before letting your dog free again, it is also good to water the lawn.

Studies show that even though most weed killer bottles say that you and your pets should keep off sprayed lawns for only 6 to 24 hours, chemical residue can linger on surfaces for up to 48 hours after application.

If fast results are desired, lightly water the product in after application; however, watering-in is not required. Return unused product to original container, and sweep any product that lands on the driveway, sidewalk, or street back onto your lawn. One 10 lb.

Can I use Scotts WinterGuard twice in the fall? ›

Give grass a head start on strong root growth by using Scotts® Turf Builder® WinterGuard® Fall Lawn Food twice in fall: once around Labor Day and a second time six to eight weeks later. For warm season grasses, only one application is necessary, in early fall.

It even helps keep your grass healthy. You'll also notice your yard will look much greener during the winter months. When the right amount of winterizer fertilizer is applied at the right time, your grass will look amazing when spring rolls around.

Scotts® Turf Builder® Bonus® S Southern Weed & Feed2 kills over 25 listed lawn weeds, including dollarweed, clover, dandelion, oxalis, chickweed, henbit, and purslane. In addition, the added fertilizer feeds grass to crowd out future weeds and build strong, deep roots to withstand Southern stressors.

Generally speaking, it isn't best to fertilize after it rains, but you may still be able to get the fertilizer to activate with the remaining moisture on the soil surface. It could be your only option if no other source of water (an in-ground irrigation system or a large sprinkler) is available.

You should wait to mow for 24 to 48 hours post any weed control treatment. This is because it takes at least 24 hours for broadleaf weed control to translocate throughout the vascular system of the plant. If you cut the grass too soon, you're not letting the herbicide get into the plant.

Fall is the best time to feed with Scotts® Turf Builder® WinterGuard® Fall Lawn Food. This fall fertilizer builds strong, deep grass roots for a better lawn next spring, delivering the nutrients needed to help recover from damage caused by summer heat, drought, and activity.

Weed & Feed products are most effective when weeds are small and actively-growing, namely spring and fall. In spring, wait to apply until you've mowed your lawn two times before applying to be sure it has emerged from dormancy.

The Scotts Way: The Benefits of Fall Feeding

The answer to that question is a resounding "Yes!" Not only does fertilizing your lawn in the fall contribute to both the health and good looks of your lawn, but fall is also the ideal time to give your lawn the nutrients it needs for a better lawn now and next spring.

The right time to apply weed and feed is in spring, when your grass has grown enough that it needs to be mowed for the first time that year. Right afterward is an optimal time to spread weed and feed.