New Lawn Starter is safe for use on all turf types and is designed for use when establishing new turf or renovating current turf. It can be used as a maintenance fertilizer when the need is indicated from soil test results. In this case, reapply every 4-6 weeks for best results. Avoid applying in temperatures higher than 85°F and in dry conditions.
For new lawn seed or sod, apply New Lawn Starter at the recommended rate. Work into soil 2- 3 inches deep, before spreading seed or laying sod. Spring and Fall are ideal times to seed.
This formula contains iron for extra-deep greening. Sweep any product on driveways and sidewalks back onto your lawn as this product will stain. DO NOT WASH OFF WITH WATER.
Pro Tips for Best Results
Check The Forecast
Avoid applying before heavy rainfall so particles don't get washed away.
Mow First
Clear any lawn debris and make it easier for particles to reach the soil.
Clean Up
Sweep or blow product off the driveways/sidewalks back into the lawn.
Water Deep
Your lawn will need at least 0.2 inches of water.
Spreader Settings
We recommend using a broadcast spreader. These spreader settings are a guide. Many variables such as walking speed, terrain, particle size, density, and spreader condition can affect these settings. Be sure to calibrate your spreader before every application.
Once product has been applied, watered-in, and the lawn has then completely dried, pets are safe to enter back out onto the lawn.
Yes, you do! This product needs to be watered in with at least .2 inches of water. Using a rain gauge to measure irrigation can be helpful.
Yes, this product won't harm new grass, seed or sod.
You should wait at least 30 days in between applying New Lawn Starter and another fertilizer.
New Lawn Starter can be applied at any time while planting new seed. For best results, work it into the soil 2-3 inches deep before laying new sod or planting new seed. However, is can also be applied on top and watered-in.