Scotts

Turf Builder Rapid Grass Tall Fescue 2.4 lbs.

Scotts
Turf Builder Rapid Grass Tall Fescue 2.4 lbs.
18741B

Overview

  • Fast Growing: Grow grass 2X faster than seed alone with Scotts® Turf Builder® Rapid Grass™ Tall Fescue Mix (when applied at the new lawn rate, subject to proper care)
  • Tall fescue grass: This revolutionary mix of Tall Fescue grass seed and fertilizer delivers full, green grass in just weeks
  • Usage: Use this combination grass seed and fertilizer to establish a new lawn or to overseed large problem areas in your yard
  • Application: Apply this grass seed for lawns in the spring or fall when air temperatures are between 65° F and 85° F, keeping the soil moist until seeds germinate
  • Coverage: One 2.4 lb. bag of Scotts® Turf Builder® Rapid Grass™ Tall Fescue Mix covers up to 265 sq. ft. for new lawns or up to 800 sq. ft. when overseeding

Get outside and enjoy your lawn with Scotts® Turf Builder® Rapid Grass™ Tall Fescue Mix. With our revolutionary mix of grass seed and fertilizer in one effective formula, your lawn will grow 2X faster compared to seed alone (when applied at the new lawn rate, subject to proper care). Scotts® Turf Builder® Rapid Grass™ Tall Fescue Mix grows full, green grass in just weeks. Use to establish a new lawn or overseed large problem areas in your existing lawn. For best results, apply in the spring or fall when air temperatures are consistently between 65 °F and 85 °F. We recommend using a Scotts® spreader to apply this product (please refer to spreader settings on product label). Finally, be sure to apply Scotts® Lawn Food products every 8 weeks throughout the season to help maintain your thick, green lawn. One 2.4 lb. bag of Scotts® Turf Builder® Rapid Grass™ Tall Fescue Mix covers up to 265 sq. ft. for new lawns or 800 sq. ft. when overseeding.

Coverage Area

  • new lawn: 265 sq. ft.; overseeding: 800 sq. ft.

Product Label

How to Use

When Seeding a New Lawn

  • One 16 lb. bag covers 1,760 sq. ft. of a new lawn.
  • Prep the area by raking it to loosen the top layer of soil (roughly 2" deep). Remove any dead grass or debris to ensure seed-to-soil contact.
  • Apply using a Scotts® spreader - Set a Scotts® Hand-Held Spreader at 5. Go over the lawn 5x. Set a Scotts® Broadcast/Rotary Spreader to 8 1/2. Go over the lawn 2x. Set a Scotts® Drop Spreader at 17 1/2. Go over the lawn 4x. Set a Scotts® Wizz® Spreader to 7. Go over the lawn 2x. Set a Scotts® Elite Spreader to 11 1/2.
  • After applying, lightly rake the product into the soil. Ensure it is covered just beneath the soil surface.
  • Water daily to keep the soil surface moist until the seedlings reach at least 2 in. tall.

When Overseeding an Existing Lawn

  • One 16 lb. bag covers 5,280 sq. ft. when overseeding an existing lawn.
  • Mow the area to a height of approximately 2 in. or mow using the lowest mower setting. Rake the area you will be seeding to loosen the top layer of soil. Remove any dead grass or debris to ensure seed-to-soil contact.
  • Apply using a Scotts® spreader - Set a Scotts® Hand-Held Spreader at 4. Go over the lawn 3x. Set a Scotts® Broadcast/Rotary Spreader to 7. Set a Scotts® Drop Spreader at 16 1/2. Go over the lawn 2x. Set a Scotts® Wizz® Spreader to 6. Set a Scotts® Elite Spreader to 7.
  • Water daily to keep the soil surface moist until the seedlings reach at least 2 in. tall.
  • You can start to mow again when the lawn reaches the desired mowing height.


Where Not to Use

  • Do not apply near water, storm drains or drainage ditches.

Where to Use

  • Developed for use in transition zone lawns.

When to Apply

  • For use in the spring or fall when soil temperatures are consistently between 55°F and 70°F, or air temperatures are between 60°F and 80°F.

Watering Tips

  • For best results, water twice daily for at least 3 weeks.

Using with Other Products

  • Please refer to package direction when applying Scotts Fertilizer products before or after seeding.

How to overseed your current lawn

Overseed your lawn in 5 easy steps

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Apply in these temperatures for best results 

Sun & Shade Mix: 60-80°F

Tall Fescue Mix/Southern Gold: 65-85°F

Bermudagrass Mix: 70-90°F

Step 1: Prep your Space

Mow grass to about 2" tall, or on your lowest mower setting. 

Rake the area and remove any debris.

Step 2: Fill your Scotts® Spreader

Refer to the dropdown menu below for the right Spreader setting for overseeding.

Step 3: Apply to prepared soil

Apply with your Scotts® Spreader, then lightly rake seeds into the soil.

Step 4: Water

Water 2X daily for at least the first 3 weeks.

Step 5: Mow

Mow when new grass is 2-3” tall.

Overseeding Spreader Settings

Tall Fescue Mix/Southern Gold

  • Hand-Held Spreader: Setting 4
  • Broadcast/Rotary Spreader: Setting 7
  • Drop Spreader: Setting 16½ 
  • Wizz Spreader: Setting 6
  • Elite Spreader: Setting 7

How to start a new lawn

Start a new lawn in 5 easy steps

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Apply in these temperatures for best results 

Sun & Shade Mix: 60-80°F

Tall Fescue Mix/Southern Gold: 65-85°F

Bermudagrass Mix: 70-90°F

Step 1: Prep your space

Rake the area and remove any debris. Add 1” of Lawn Soil.

Step 2: Fill your Scotts® Spreader

Refer to the dropdown menu below for the right Spreader setting for starting a new lawn.

Step 3: Apply to prepared soil

Apply with your Scotts® Spreader, then lightly rake seeds into the soil.

Step 4: Water

Water 2X daily for at least the first 3 weeks.

Step 5: Mow

Mow when new grass is 2-3” tall.

New Lawn Spreader Settings

Tall Fescue Mix/Southern Gold

  • Hand-Held Spreader: Setting 5
  • Broadcast/Rotary Spreader: Setting 8½ 
  • Drop Spreader: Setting 17½ 
  • Wizz Spreader: Setting 7
  • Elite Spreader: Setting 11½