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Scotts

Turf Builder Southern Lawn Food

$44.99

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Scotts
Turf Builder Southern Lawn Food
$44.99

Ready to get your weekend back and make your southern yard the envy of the neighborhood? We crafted the right formula to give your grass the nutrients it craves for a quick, visible green-up in just three days. Just feed and water it in, then get right back to enjoying your outdoor space.

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Key Features

  • VISIBLE RESULTS FAST: Give your southern yard the nutrients it craves to achieve a strikingly greener lawn in just three days
  • SAFE TO USE AROUND KIDS AND PETS**: Your family and furry friends can get right back to playing on the grass immediately after application**, so there is no waiting around for backyard fun
  • DIAL IN YOUR GREENING POWER: With 2 spreader settings, you're in control; choose the Turf Builder rate for a lush, healthy lawn or the Max Greening*** rate for a deeper green color

*When used as directed

**When used as directed. People and pets may immediately re-enter lawn after watered in.

***Do not use Max Greening rate on Centipedegrass and Zoysiagrass. Avoid Max Greening rate in temperatures exceeded 80°F. If applying more than 2 times per year, use the Turf Builder rate.

Ready to make your southern yard the best on the block? We created Scotts Turf Builder Southern Lawn Food to deliver a thick, green lawn in just three days (when used as directed). A well-fed yard builds strong roots to handle all your backyard moments, from barefoot walks to neighborhood BBQs. The best part? It's safe to use around kids and pets (when used as directed), so everyone can get right back to enjoying the grass immediately after watering it in. Grab your spreader, and let's get feeding.

Fertilizer Analysis: 34-0-10

Coverage:

  • Turf Builder Rate: Covers 8,000 sq. ft.
  • Max Greening Rate: Covers 6,000 sq. ft.

Product Size: 28.24 lb.

SKU: 23518

Product Label

*This is not the product label. Always read and follow the product label before use.

Safety data sheet can be found at: https://www.scottsmsds.com

Where to Use: Safe to use on all grass types when using the Turf Builder rate.

Where Not to Use: Do not use the Max Greening rate on Centipede and Zoysia. Avoid Max Greening rate when temperatures exceed 80°F. Do not apply near water, storm drains, or drainage ditches.

When to Apply: Apply to actively growing grass when daytime temperatures are consistently between 60°F and 90°F. If temperatures are over 80°F, use the Turf Builder rate. Do not apply if heavy rain is expected.

How Often to Apply: Feed 4 times a year for the best results. Do not exceed two applications per year is using the Max Greening rate.

  1. Set Your Spreader: First, set your Scotts spreader to either the Turf Builder rate for a lush lawn or the Max Greening rate for maximum feeding strength (application restrictions apply; see label for details).
  2. Check the Lawn: Make sure you're applying the lawn food to dry grass.
  3. Apply Like A Pro: Feeding your lawn is easy. Start by applying around the perimeter of your yard, then fill in the middle by walking at a steady pace and slightly overlapping each pass.
  4. Water It In: After you've finished applying the lawn food, water the lawn to activate the nutrients and see results in as little as 3 days.
  5. Clean Up: Sweep any stray product that lands on the driveway, sidewalk, or street right back onto your lawn.


Scotts Broadcast/Rotary Spreader:

  • 4 3/4 (Turf Builder Rate)
  • 5 1/2 (Max Greening Rate)

Scotts Elite Spreader:

  • 5 1/4 (Turf Builder Rate)
  • 5 3/4 (Max Greening Rate)

Scotts Drop Spreader:

  • 6 (Turf Builder Rate)
  • 7 (Max Greening Rate)

Scotts Wizz Spreader:

  • 4 3/4 (Turf Builder Rate)
  • 5 1/2 (Max Greening Rate)
  • If you live in VA, set your Scotts Broadcast/Rotary Spreader to 3.5 to apply 0.85 lbs. of Nitrogen per 1,000 sq. ft., and do not apply more than 3 times per year.
  • Regular feeding is the most effective way to build a strong, healthy lawn that helps prevent future problems.
  • Always do a quick temperature check before you begin; apply when daytime temperatures are consistently between 60°F and 90°F. If the temperature is over 80°F, stick to the standard Turf Builder application rate.

Apply the lawn food to dry turf and water it in right after application to see quicker greening results in as little as 3 days. Once watered in, the yard is safe to enjoy again!

  • Kids & Pets: Good news for paws and feet—this lawn food is safe to use around kids and pets when used as directed. Once you've watered the product in, your family and furry friends can immediately re-enter the yard to play.
  • Safe Storage: If you have any lawn food left over, keep it in its original container and store it in a cool, dry place that is out of reach of children and pets.
  • Environmental Safety: Do not apply near water, storm drains, or drainage ditches. If any stray product lands on your driveway, sidewalk, or the street, just sweep it right back onto the lawn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scotts Turf Builder Southern Lawn Food safe to use around my kids and pets?

Yes! Scotts Turf Builder Southern Lawn Food safe to use around kids and pets when used as directed. Once the product is settled and you've watered it in, your family and furry friends can immediately re-enter the lawn to play.

Keep any unused lawn food in its original container and store it in a cool, dry place that is out of reach of children and pets.

Scotts Turf Builder Southern Lawn Food is safe to use on all grass types. However, if you have a centipedegrass or zoysiagrass lawn do not use the Max Greening rate.

Check the thermometer before you start. You'll want to apply this lawn food product when daytime temperatures are consistently between 60°F and 90°F and no heavy rain is expected in the forecast. If the temperature is over 80°F, make sure to use the Turf Builder rate rather than the Max Greening rate.

Rated 3 out of 5 by from The Program Doesn't Include Their Best Stuff The turf builder is adequate however for my climate, the Summergaurd product would've been more appropriate. I wish that was automatically included in the subscription. Also Scott's needs a pre-emergent to be placed during later winter.
Date published: 2026-07-02
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Too early to tell Too early to tell only been 1 week since applied to healthy grass has definitely taken to it. I plan on increasing watering soon
Date published: 2026-06-21
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Rid the weeds! Still a little early to determine the effectiveness of the weed and feed. I have used Scotts products almost exclusively over the years and have been satisfied. This property is new to me, so there is much work to do.
Date published: 2026-03-24
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Subscription convenience Trusted Scotts for a lifetime, never lets me down. Now with the convenience of a subscription couldn't get any better
Date published: 2026-03-20
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Tried Scotts on my lawn Scott's has been producing / selling fertilizers for as long as I can remember. The sale in July gave me an opportunity to try out Scotts on my lawn. I applied it when it arrived. By mid-July, after the application, my lawn is noticeably greener. I am very happy with Scott's !
Date published: 2025-08-03
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Scott's..No gimmicks, just results. Bermuda turf greened up nicely and is staying green in this 90+ deg. heat.I like the small prill size fertilizer.Very easy to spread and no clumps.
Date published: 2025-07-24
Rated 1 out of 5 by from Loyal Scotts user has Lawn decimated We use Scotts products for decades , they have been our only source of lawn support and care. We now live on the NC coast from Long Island. We had to install St. Augustine at the water because of the environment , Dollar Weed has taken root . We went to Scotts Turf Builder Bonus S Southern Weed . Used exactly as directed. It's killing my Augustine NOT the Dollar Weed. It was also used on our centipede which is fine. see pic's
Date published: 2025-07-15
Rated 5 out of 5 by from I will never use anything but Scott's lawn product Excellent product, will never use anything but Scott's lawn products
Date published: 2025-07-08
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