Questions and Answers for Scotts Turf Builder 14.29 lbs. 5,000 sq. ft. Weed and Feed, Weed Killer Plus Dry Lawn Fertilizer

A:  I have small dogs. I do not let them on the treated area for at least 72 hours, and the area has been watered well. The bag says once the dust settles. I have not had any problems. 

A:  Pets such as cats and dogs should be removed from the area before applying Scotts Turf Builder Weed & Feed. Once the product has been applied, watered in and allowed to dry pets can re enter.

A:  I wouldn't recommend it until a few days after treatment. Water it well.

A:  For best results do not mow the lawn within 2 days before the Scotts Turf Builder Weed & Feed is applied. Mowing the lawn less than 2 days before the application can significantly lessen the weed surface that the product has to stick to.

A:  Best to apply on damp lawn ! I cut my grass then next day early morning I apply fertilizer. You want fertilizer to stick to wet grass .

A:  You should wait  a few days after mowing to apply this product. Then wait a few days after you apply it before mowing again.

A:  It is not recommended to mow 2 days before or after application. 

A:  I say, yes.  I always apply after mowing or the day after.  With short leaves, the fertilizer goes deeper or straight to the ground.  I water the lawn for a shory time to wet and disolve the fertilizer without washing it with too much water

A:  Scotts Turf Builder Weed & Feed can be applied in late spring (April, May, or June) or late summer/early fall (September/October) when weeds are actively, temps between 60-90°F, growing in the lawn.

A:  I would not recommend it.  Wait until day time temps fall below 80F.

A:  Delay application of Scotts Turf Builder Weed & Feed until after the 4th cutting of the new grass.

A:  I planted new grass seed last May and live in MN. The grass has been mowed two times. At this point can I apply Scotts Turf Builder Weed and Feed or do I need to wait before applying weed killer?

A:  Scotts Turf Builder Weed and Feed Lawn Fertilizer can be applied in the late spring or late summer early fall. In the fall apply from September-October when weeds are actively growing, temperatures between 60-90.

A:  I use a hand-held spreader as my lawn area is very small. I would use a "push" spreader for a large lawn. Do not over fertilize as it will burn your grass. Water after feeding to wash the fertilizer off the grass blades and onto the soil where it can be absorbed.

A:  Scotts Turf Builder Weed & Feed Lawn Fertilizer should be applied to moist grass. This will help the particles stick to the weed leaves.

A:  Do not use Scotts Turf Builder Weed and Feed Lawn Fertilizer in flower gardens, or around ornamentals or mulched areas. It's safe to use under the dripline of trees in the lawn, but should not be applied to foliage or exposed roots.

A:  Scotts Turf Builder Weed and Feed Lawn Fertilizer does not control mimosa pudica.

A:  Delay application of Scotts Turf Builder Weed and Feed Lawn Fertilizer until after the 4th cutting of the new grass. This product can be applied late spring (April, May, or June) or late summer/early fall (September/October) when weeds are actively (temps between 60-90°F) growing in the lawn.