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expired Posted by zheka160 • Aug 27, 2021
Aug 27, 2021 6:15 PM
14.29-lb Scotts Turf Builder Weed and Feed 3 (5000 Sq. Ft.)
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But this spring instead of using the "Halts" in late March, I used this [scotts.com] product with a new seeding. Five to six weeks later, I did one more application with more seeds and I was able to both fill in the lawn and squeeze most of the weeds and crabgrass out. We are coming out of the summer heat and there's a little crabgrass and tufts of clover trying to sneak back in, but once the temp drops a little more I'm going to apply a hose/spray weed control and follow it with plain lawn fertilizer.
I only bring this up as I spent years fighting back the weeds and crabgrass because the lawn wasn't full. The "standard" Scotts plan where you use pre-emergent first locks you into this cycle.
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But this spring instead of using the "Halts" in late March, I used this [scotts.com] product with a new seeding. Five to six weeks later, I did one more application with more seeds and I was able to both fill in the lawn and squeeze most of the weeds and crabgrass out. We are coming out of the summer heat and there's a little crabgrass and tufts of clover trying to sneak back in, but once the temp drops a little more I'm going to apply a hose/spray weed control and follow it with plain lawn fertilizer.
I only bring this up as I spent years fighting back the weeds and crabgrass because the lawn wasn't full. The "standard" Scotts plan where you use pre-emergent first locks you into this cycle.
If one is planning on over seeding the spring is the best time to start planning. Throw down some pre-emergent at the correct time. Find some pre-emergent WITHOUT fertilizer. If you can't, it's not a deal breaker to hit the lawn with some chemical nitrogen. The efficacy should last a good amount of time but be long gone by fall. You can spot spray any weeds that do sprout up with the correct herbicide. No problem if you want to throw down some organic fertilizer at this time as well.
FYI I wouldn't touch any Weed N' Feed even if it was free.
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If one is planning on over seeding the spring is the best time to start planning. Throw down some pre-emergent at the correct time. Find some pre-emergent WITHOUT fertilizer. If you can't, it's not a deal breaker to hit the lawn with some chemical nitrogen. The efficacy should last a good amount of time but be long gone by fall. You can spot spray any weeds that do sprout up with the correct herbicide. No problem if you want to throw down some organic fertilizer at this time as well.
FYI I wouldn't touch any Weed N' Feed even if it was free.
I'm (obviously) not in the industry, but it would be a huge help to homeowners if different treatment schedules were published based upon the initial state of your lawn. The only guidance I have is what the local big box store stocks throughout the year: Halts (early spring), Weed and Feed (spring), Lawn Feed (early fall), Winterizer (late fall). I tried dealing with local professionals, but they missed deadlines and were no help in the end.
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I guess the only thing about storing it might be the odor. I've had 2 bags for a few weeks now in the garage, and the chemical smell is still really strong.
Since we have starved the lawn so long should we apply this before the seeding? We are novices here and any feedback for our specific situation is greatly appreciated. Ty!
Ps: we are in Raleigh, nc area
Ps2: just googled, and I think it says not to apply within 4 weeks of seeding. So, maybe we hold off on doing anything and let lawn service take care? But would love to figure this all out for myself over time.
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