What setting should I use on Scotts EdgeGuard for grass seed?
When applying grass seed for a new lawn, or repairing bare spots, set the orange dial to 13. For overseeding applications, set the dial to 7 1/2. Using your Edgeguard Mini broadcast spreader correctly will ensure accurate, even coverage and reduce wasting costly seed.
What do Scotts spreader settings mean?
A spreader setting is the rate in which you apply product to your lawn. Each Jonathan Green product has recommended rates of application and coverage based on bag size. The application rate is defined as the amount of material applied per unit area of land.
What number should fertilizer spreader be on?
Place your spreader setting on a low setting (usually one-fourth of the spreader setting range or less). Spread the material over a 50 x 20-foot area (1,000 square feet). If there is material left over, increase your setting. If you come up short, decrease your setting.
How do I choose a spreader setting?
Can I spread grass seed with a broadcast spreader?
Used correctly, broadcast spreaders are the most efficient way to distribute grass seed, fertilizer, weed killer and other lawn products on your yard.
Which type of spreader is best for applying fertilizers?
Liquid/Spray Spreaders The most efficient way to spread liquid fertilizer and other liquid lawn treatments is with a hose-end chemical spreader/sprayer.
Do I need to aerate before overseeding?
The most important step you can take before overseeding your lawn is aerating your soil. No matter what seed you use, they can’t germinate in compacted soil devoid of water, nutrients, and sufficient air exchange. That’s why it’s crucial to aerate your lawn before starting the overseeding process.
Which spreader is best for grass seed?
Best Fertilizer Spreaders
- Best Value: Scotts Turf Builder EdgeGuard Mini Broadcast Spreader.
- Best for Large Yards: Chapin 80-Pound Professional Turf Spreader.
- Best Automatic Handheld Option: Scotts Wizz Spreader.
- Best Towable Fertilizer Spreader: Agri-Fab 130-Pound Tow Spreader.
What setting should my spreader be on?
Are Scotts spreaders any good?
The Scotts Classic Drop Spreader has a large, heavy-duty plastic hopper that holds enough product to cover up to 10,000 square feet. Its 22-inch spread pattern provides excellent coverage and accuracy that users manage with a cable-driven gate control on the handle.
Are drop spreaders or broadcast spreaders better?
A broadcast spreader will take extra care to make sure different parts of the lawn receive an even coverage. A drop spreader, as previously mentioned, is more precise because it doesn’t broadcast the granular product or seed and doesn’t change the amount spread based on a changing walking pace.
Do you need topsoil when overseeding?
Topsoil doesn’t bring as many benefits for overseeding. When choosing between the two, use compost as your top dressing. When overseeding, use compost, not topsoil. Compost provides more nutrients and moisture than topsoil.