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Scotts Turf Builder Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix, Grows in Extreme Conditions & Spreads for a Durable Lawn, 7 lbs.
Plant or Animal Product Type | grass seed |
Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
Brand | Scotts |
Color | Brown |
Special Feature | Drought Tolerant |
Expected Blooming Period | Spring to Fall |
Item Weight | 7 Pounds |
Sunlight Exposure | Full Sun, Shade |
Unit Count | 112.0 Ounce |
Product Care Instructions | Water |
About this item
- Designed for full sun and dense shade, fine bladed texture and medium to high drought resistance
- Exclusive 4 in 1 WaterSmart PLUS Coating absorbs more water, feeds with essential nutrients and protects seedlings from disease
- Includes Scotts best seed, protects against disease, keeps seed moist 2x longer and feeds to jumpstart growth for thicker, greener grass
- Scotts most versatile mix; stays green even in extreme conditions of dense shade or scorching sun
- Aggressively spreads to repair bare and thin spots, and seeds up to 2,800 sq. ft.
- Not available in LA, GU, PR, VI
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Easy to spread | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.0 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.6 |
Easy to grow | 3.3 | 3.3 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.2 | 4.1 |
Value for money | 3.3 | 3.3 | 3.5 | 4.1 | 3.0 | 3.8 |
Sold By | — | HoyleAllanLLC | Hearthshire | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
type | grass seed | grass seed | grass seed | Grass Seeds | grass seed | Ryegrass |
weight | 7 pounds | 15 pounds | 22.12 pounds | 40 pounds | — | 10 pounds |
sunlight exposure | Full Sun, Shade | Full Sun | — | 4-8 Hours of Sun | Full Sun, Partial Shade | Full Sun |
blooming period | Spring to Fall | Spring | — | Fall, Spring | Spring | Winter |
care instructions | Water | — | — | — | Water | Water |
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Product Description
Scotts Turf Builder Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix is Scotts most versatile mix that stays green even in extreme conditions of dense shade or scorching sun. Scotts wraps each seed in a unique WaterSmart PLUS Coating that absorbs 2x more water than uncoated seed, feeds with essential nutrients, and protects seedlings from disease. Seeds up to 2,800 sq. ft. Designed for full sun and dense shade, fine bladed texture and medium to high drought resistance. Aggressively spreads to repair bare and thin spots. Grow Quicker, Thicker, Greener Grass. Guaranteed.
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Plant or Animal Product Type | grass seed |
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Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
Brand | Scotts |
Color | Brown |
Special Feature | Drought Tolerant |
Expected Blooming Period | Spring to Fall |
Item Weight | 7 Pounds |
Sunlight Exposure | Full Sun, Shade |
Unit Count | 112.0 Ounce |
Product Care Instructions | Water |
Product Dimensions | 19.5 x 9.5 x 13.63 inches |
Item Weight | 7 pounds |
Manufacturer | The Scotts Company LLC |
ASIN | B00NHOZ3QC |
Item model number | 18221 |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #154 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden) #2 in Grass Seed |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
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Customers like how easy it is to use the plant seed. They say it is easy to plant and minimal work is required to use it properly. Customers are also happy with appearance. However, some customers report that the grass does not grow or is very sparse. They disagree on growth, quality, value, color, and blade thickness.
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Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the grass. They mention that it looks nice, bright, and green. Some say that the whole area is coming up beautifully, and the maples create dense shade.
"...It is very easy to use, requires minimal maintenance and looks great...." Read more
"...The grass is growing! And it looks sooo good" Read more
"...Fast forward a few months and my lawn is looking pretty good. The grass is green and healthy but there are still a few areas where it's a bit thin...." Read more
"...Finally - a beautiful lawn!" Read more
Customers find the plant seed easy to use. They mention it's easy to put on, plant, and DIY for a beautiful lawn. They also say it requires minimal work to use the seed properly, and things came up very nicely. Customers also appreciate the information on how to care for their lawn once the seeds have been planted, as well as helpful hints.
"...If you are looking for a low maintenance seed that is easy to use and grows quickly in sun or shade this will work very well." Read more
"...It also includes information on how to care for your lawn once the seeds have been planted...." Read more
"Ease of use" Read more
"...It was easy to apply. Just followed the directions. Took about ten days to see grass start...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the growth of the plant seed. Some mention that it grows fairly well in shady areas, and starts to grow within a couple weeks. However, others say that it hasn't grown any better than the Pennington seed they have used at half the price, and that not a single seed has taken root.
"...Came up after about a week. Once I applied and went to water I found out my pipe burst so it went 3 days without water...." Read more
"...It grows fast and fills in pretty thick which helps keep weeds at bay in new areas and over-seeding in the fall seems to help choke out weeds in the..." Read more
"...They need to be covered with top soil (1/2" or 1cm would do), or they do not grow...." Read more
"...The grass is growing! And it looks sooo good" Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the plant seed. Some mention that it works great for their seeding project, while others say that it didn't work so well for them. That said, opinions are mixed, with some finding the product fantastic and others finding it not suitable for all soil types.
"...fairways on golf courses and this mix is about the same and seems to work really well...." Read more
"...The seeds alone do not work, however. They need to be covered with top soil (1/2" or 1cm would do), or they do not grow...." Read more
"...In conclusion, if you're looking for a grass seed that can survive extreme weather conditions, Scotts Turf Builder Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix is..." Read more
"...I was so excited. There were a couple of places where the seeds didn’t take. My assumption is that some of our spring rain washed the seeds away...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the plant seed. Some mention that it's a real good price and a great bargain considering the results, while others say that it’s not worth the price, too expensive, and annoying. The price fluctuation is quite annoying and if not worth it, it'll be a complete waste of money and time.
"...The price fluctuation is quite annoying, however. I buy them when they are $106~$120 and stay away when the price spikes to $160...." Read more
"...seed in a larger quantity (20 lb) and found it on Amazon for a real good price...." Read more
"...It is not the cheapest grass seed on the market, but it is also not the most expensive...." Read more
"...I do think the seed is a big more expensive than other brands, but not extremely.4 stars" Read more
Customers are mixed about the color of the plant seed. Some mention it's still green at Thanksgiving, while others say that the seeds are blue in color and never started to grow.
"...The grass is green and healthy but there are still a few areas where it's a bit thin. Overall, I'm happy with the results...." Read more
"...areas because it dries out too fast, needs a lot of water, and turns brown. So I’d rather plan regular fescue in the sunny spots of my yard...." Read more
"...and vice versa My grass was the best in the spring. Thick and green. like a carpet...." Read more
"...I overseeded the rest with Thick'R Lawn at the same time too. I like the blue color...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the blade thickness of the plant seed. Some mention that it turns out really thick, while others say that it was very thin and died off in the first rain.
"...It grows fast and fills in pretty thick which helps keep weeds at bay in new areas and over-seeding in the fall seems to help choke out weeds in the..." Read more
"...While I did have some issues with the thickness of the grass, I have to say that the overall quality of the grass that did grow was impressive...." Read more
"...and vice versa My grass was the best in the spring. Thick and green. like a carpet...." Read more
"...While it was easy to grow, (took about 2 weeks) the blades are extremely thin and fine and doesn't look like the photo in the ads...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the grass that grew from the plant seed. They mention that it was very sparse, and had way more weeds than grass. Some customers also mention that the grass died after watering cycles, and only rye grass came up.
"...However, the seed is still there and still not much grass even after 10 days. For the most part, I started seeing the grass come up on day 7...." Read more
"...Grass seed can contain these weeds and they're very hard to control...." Read more
"...grass did really well untill temperatures got over 100, then this grass just died. Didn't matter how much I watered it." Read more
"...It grows fast and fills in pretty thick which helps keep weeds at bay in new areas and over-seeding in the fall seems to help choke out weeds in the..." Read more
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That said now and then repairs are needed and having a good an easy to use dependable seed and one that grows in sun or shade, is a must for me. I have tried a number of different types of seed over the years and came across this brand and mix at a local hardware store and it seemed to work out very well for those occasional repairs and patching projects. It grows fast and fills in pretty thick which helps keep weeds at bay in new areas and over-seeding in the fall seems to help choke out weeds in the spring before they get a chance to take root - for the most part anyway.
The summer of 2021 I started to take back up golfing and I practice in my back yard which is about an acre. When using irons it is typical to take a divot which, if you hit as many balls as I do, sometimes 200+ a session, can do some serous damage to your lawn over time. To fix these areas I started using the Scotts Turf Builder Sun and Shade Mix. I decided to create a large area, about 1800 sq ft to use just for practicing. The idea being to practice in one spot then repairing that spot after practice is done and moving to an adjacent spot. I researched the type of seed used for fairways on golf courses and this mix is about the same and seems to work really well. The area varies in the amount of sun and shade and this mix works well in that regard too.
I have tried a few methods to do repairs. I tried raking with a stiff rake to loosen the soil then sprinkling the seeds on top and re-raking it with a leaf rake to spread the seed evenly which worked fine, but I found that when watering it's too easy to wash the seeds from one area creating spotty growth. It does fill in eventually, but I wanted a method that would be quicker and guarantee even growth.
What seems to work best is to fill any deep holes with soil, put down a soil/seed mix, then cover it a small layer of soil to help retain the moisture and tap it down lightly with my foot. I keep a bucket with
a mix of top soil and sand and another with a top soil+sand+seed mix that I use just for this purpose. I water two to three times a day with a hose or watering can with a sprinkler head. This method also works well to repair any urine spots my dog makes. It does require flushing the spot real good with water and baking soda first to lower the acidity of the soil.
I cut this area with a push reel mower which allows me to cut it real low. Which is another plus to this blend in that it can be cut very low without any problems. However, I normally keep it a little longer in new areas so not to stress the new growth.
Since the area is so large area I decided to buy the seed in a larger quantity (20 lb) and found it on Amazon for a real good price. I ended up getting a second bag so I could over seed the area before winter. When over-seeding, I normally just spread it by hand although I have used a hand held spreader too. This worked very well and I was amazed at how dense it was in the spring.
Overall I am very pleased with this seed. It is very easy to use, requires minimal maintenance and looks great. If you are looking for a low maintenance seed that is easy to use and grows quickly in sun or shade this will work very well.
I've tried "Think'R' Lawn".....did nothing. Then tried "EZ SEED Patch Repair", which burnt the patchy spots and made them worse, thank you Scotts!
This Northern Seed Mix (and Tall Fescue Mix) was the only Scotts' seeds that actually worked. I have a large lawn (approx 7K ft2), some of which had absolutely no grass. Take a look at the images, some of those areas used to have no grass.
The seeds alone do not work, however. They need to be covered with top soil (1/2" or 1cm would do), or they do not grow. I watered my lawn every day for 6 weeks (took less than a week to see the grass starting to grow) and now the lawn is half way restored (still watering whenever I can). It still has patchy areas, for which I'll wait until spring and then spread Northern Seed Mix again to full restoration. I bought the 32 lbs bags twice, and I assume I'll need 2 more 32 lbs bags in the spring for a full restoration. I used Scotts' Elite spreader (it is not really "Elite" but average). I could not afford to install a sprinkler system, so I bought 2nd Sun Joe pressure washer to cover the entire lawn. Like anything else, preparation is the most critical step (mow your lawn to the lowest setting, remove leaves/FODs, aerate the soil and water the lawn before spreading the seeds.....it is a hard & time consuming work).
The price fluctuation is quite annoying, however. I buy them when they are $106~$120 and stay away when the price spikes to $160.
I used Lowes' Sta Green Top Soil, which only has 3-star rating at Lowes. I don't know what other people did with it, but it worked for me and was the most reasonably priced product for the amount of fertilized soil. I used Landzie's Compost & Peat Moss Spreader to spread the top soil.
Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2023
I've tried "Think'R' Lawn".....did nothing. Then tried "EZ SEED Patch Repair", which burnt the patchy spots and made them worse, thank you Scotts!
This Northern Seed Mix (and Tall Fescue Mix) was the only Scotts' seeds that actually worked. I have a large lawn (approx 7K ft2), some of which had absolutely no grass. Take a look at the images, some of those areas used to have no grass.
The seeds alone do not work, however. They need to be covered with top soil (1/2" or 1cm would do), or they do not grow. I watered my lawn every day for 6 weeks (took less than a week to see the grass starting to grow) and now the lawn is half way restored (still watering whenever I can). It still has patchy areas, for which I'll wait until spring and then spread Northern Seed Mix again to full restoration. I bought the 32 lbs bags twice, and I assume I'll need 2 more 32 lbs bags in the spring for a full restoration. I used Scotts' Elite spreader (it is not really "Elite" but average). I could not afford to install a sprinkler system, so I bought 2nd Sun Joe pressure washer to cover the entire lawn. Like anything else, preparation is the most critical step (mow your lawn to the lowest setting, remove leaves/FODs, aerate the soil and water the lawn before spreading the seeds.....it is a hard & time consuming work).
The price fluctuation is quite annoying, however. I buy them when they are $106~$120 and stay away when the price spikes to $160.
I used Lowes' Sta Green Top Soil, which only has 3-star rating at Lowes. I don't know what other people did with it, but it worked for me and was the most reasonably priced product for the amount of fertilized soil. I used Landzie's Compost & Peat Moss Spreader to spread the top soil.