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Scotts® Turf Builder® Grass Seed Tall Fescue Mix
4 in 1 water smart technology
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Scotts® Turf Builder® Grass Seed Tall Fescue Mix

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Overview & Benefits

Scotts® Turf Builder® Grass Seed Tall Fescue Mix provides superior heat, drought, insect and disease resistance to lawns. The mix contains Southern-bred grass seed that thrives in harsh conditions like sun, shade, and high traffic. The exclusive 4 in 1 WaterSmart® PLUS Coating absorbs 2x more water than uncoated seed, feeds with essential nutrients and helps protect seedlings from disease. Grow Quicker, Thicker, Greener Grass. Guaranteed.

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Key Features

Scotts® Turf Builder® Grass Seed Tall Fescue Mix
Scotts® Turf Builder® Grass Seed Tall Fescue Mix
Scotts® Turf Builder® Grass Seed Tall Fescue Mix

Scotts® Turf Builder® Grass Seed Tall Fescue Mix

Medium coarse bladed texture with high drought tolerance. Seed will begin to grow in 6 - 14 days. You can mow the seedlings when they reach 3 inches in height.

Where To Use

Where To Use

The mix contains Southern-bred grass seed that thrives in harsh conditions like sun, shade, and high traffic. Provides superior heat, drought, insect, and disease resistance and grows deep roots for a durable, livable lawn.

WaterSmart PLUS

WaterSmart PLUS

Contains our exclusive WaterSmart PLUS coating technology that keeps seeds moist 2X longer than uncoated seed, feeds to jumpstart growth, and helps protect seedlings against disease.

Scotts® Turf Builder® Grass Seed Tall Fescue Mix
Tips for Success
Start with Your Soil

Start with Your Soil

For best results, add a thin layer of Scotts Turf Builder LawnSoil before and after applying seed.

Feed It

Feed It

To grow grass thicker and quicker, apply Scotts Turf Builder Starter Food for New Grass at Seeding.

And Water

And Water

For best results, water daily or more as needed to keep the soil surface moist until the seedlings reach at least 2-inches tall.

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Overview

  • Grows deep roots for a durable, livable lawn
  • Resists heat and drought, insects, disease and helps crowd out weeds
  • Contains our exclusive 4 in 1 WaterSmart® PLUS coating that absorbs 2X more water than uncoated seed, feeds to jumpstart growth, and helps protect seedlings against disease
  • Grows quicker, thicker, greener grass guaranteed!
  • Medium coarse bladed texture with high drought tolerance
  • Click Here for other helpful tips and tricks when planting grass seed.
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1. PREP
Rake area to loosen the top layer of soil (approximately 2” deep) and remove any dead grass or debris, ensuring seed-to-soil contact.

2. APPLY
Apply using a Scotts® spreader.

3. RAKE
Lightly rake the seed into the soil to ensure seed is covered just beneath the soil surface. For best results, apply Scotts® Turf Builder® Starter® Food for New Grass.

4. WATER
Water daily to keep the soil surface moist until the seedlings reach at least 2 inches tall.

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Overseeding                                                                                                                                                                                 

1. PREP
Mow lawn at the lowest setting and bag the clippings. Rake to remove debris, dead grass, and loosen the soil, ensuring seed-to-soil contact.

2. APPLY
Apply using a Scotts® spreader.

3. RAKE
Lightly rake the seed into the soil to ensure seed is covered just beneath the soil surface. For best results, apply Scotts® Turf Builder® Starter® Food for New Grass.

4. WATER
Water daily to keep the soil surface moist until the seedlings reach at least 2 inches tall.

When to apply

Fall and spring are the best times to plant grass seed because seed germinates best when temperatures are between 60°F and 80°F.

Availability Regions

Available in: Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, Vermont, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Maine, Alaska, Connecticut, New Jersey, Maryland, West Virgina, Virginia, Delaware, Kentucky, Tennessee, Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Colorado, Utah, Nevada, California, Oklahoma, Arkansas, District of Columbia, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina

Spreader Settings

Scotts® Broadcast / Rotary Spreader - (Turf Builder® Edgeguard Mini, Basic, Standard, Deluxe Edgeguard, Edgeguard DLX, Lawn Pro & Speedy Green) - Set to 8 ½ for reseeding and for new lawn/bare spot repair, set to 9 1/2 and go over lawn twice

Scotts® Drop Spreaders - (AccuGreen, Classic Drop) - Set to 11 for reseeding and for new lawn/bare spot repair, set to 12 1/2 and go over lawn twice

Scotts® Hand-Held Spreaders - Set to 5 for reseeding and for new lawn/bare spot repair, set to 5 and go over lawn three times

Scotts® Wizz™ - Set to 7 1/2 for Reseeding and New grass, go over twice

Scotts® Elite Spreader - 7 1/2 (Regular Rate), 13 1/2 (Heavy Rate)

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Guarantee

Scotts No-Quibble Money Back Guarantee®

If for any reason you, the consumer, are not satisfied after using this product, you are entitled to get your money back. Simply send us evidence of purchase and we will mail you a refund check promptly. To contact us, visit our Help Center.

Fertilizer Analysis

3-1-0

Coverage area

3lb: 750 sq ft for overseeding and 250 sq ft for new lawn coverage
7lb: 1,750 sq ft for overseeding and 580 sq ft for new lawn coverage
20lb: 5,000 sq ft for overseeding and 1,665 sq ft for new lawn coverage
40lb:  10,000 sq ft for overseeding and 3,330 sq ft for new lawn coverage

Avg. Days to Germinate

6 - 30

Category

Grass Seed

Mowing Tips

Mow when new grass reaches 2-3 inches in height.

Product Label

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Watering Tips

For best results, water twice daily for at least 3 weeks. Automatic timers can help ensure no essential waterings are missed.

What to Expect

Weeks 1-2
You should see little sprouts and tiny green leaves (but not on every seed). Be patient and keep the area moist by watering often.

Week 3-4
Seedlings have germinated and tender little grass plants are counting on you to keep them hydrated. 

Weeks 5-6
Congratulations! This is what you, a little consistent effort, and a quality seed product can do.

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