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Scotts Turf Builder Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix, Grows in Extreme Conditions & Spreads for a Durable Lawn, 3 lbs.

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  • Scotts Turf Builder Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix is a versatile seed that grows in extreme conditions and aggressively spreads and thickens for a durable lawn
  • This grass seed mix is designed for full sun and dense shade, and has a fine bladed texture with medium to high drought resistance
  • Use this lawn care product in the spring or fall to seed a new lawn or overseed an existing lawn
  • Each seed is wrapped in a unique 4-in-1 WaterSmart PLUS Coating to keep seed moist 2X longer than uncoated seed, feed to jumpstart growth, and protect against disease
  • One 3 lb. bag of Scotts Turf Builder Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix has a new lawn coverage of 400 sq. ft. and an overseeding coverage of 1,200 sq. ft.
  • Not available in LA, GU, PR, VI

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Features & Benefits

Sun & Shade Mix is specially formulated for lawns in the northern United States.

Sun & Shade Mix is ideal for lawns with sunny areas, shady areas, or both.

Sun & Shade Mix grows grass that stays green even in the scorching sun.

Grow quicker, thicker, greener grass. Guaranteed!

PREP, APPLY, WATER

Using Scotts Turf Builder Grass Seed can help get you on your way to a beautiful Scotts lawn! Here are some quick steps to make sure you get it started right.

SEEDING SUCCESS

STEP 1: PREP

STEP 2: APPLY

STEP 3: WATER

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the advantage of Scotts exclusive grass seed coating?

A: Scotts WaterSmart PLUS Coating Technology absorbs water, feeds, and protects your newly planted grass seed.

It ABSORBS twice as much water, and holds it twice as long, as uncoated seed to help prevent the seed from drying out–even if you miss a day of watering.

It FEEDS with essential nutrients that jumpstart growth, resulting in taller, thicker, greener grass.

It PROTECTS with a fungicide to help keep seedlings safe from harmful diseases that can attack newly planted areas.

Q: How long does it take for my newly planted grass to begin growing?

A: Scotts Turf Builder Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix will begin to grow in 5-10 days, but can take 30-60 days to become established depending on seasonal conditions. Make sure you continue to water as directed.

Q: How much do I need to water my new grass?

A: Watering is crucial for seeding success. Water daily or as needed to keep the soil surface moist until the seedlings reach at least 2 inches tall.

Q: When is the best time to plant Scotts Turf Builder Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix?

A: Cool-season grasses grow best when temperatures are between 60-80 degrees. Early fall is the best time to seed because of its shorter days, cooler nights, and heavier dews. Your most successful seeding time is right around Labor Day. Seeding 2 weeks before or after that easy-to-remember holiday gives your new seedlings time to build strong roots before the winter. Spring is also a great time to plant cool-season grasses because of its moderate temperatures and heavier rainfall.

Q: How soon can I mow after planting new grass?

A: You can mow the seedlings when they reach 3 inches in height.

Q: When can I use weed killers and/or weed preventers on my new grass?

A: If you want to prevent weeds from invading while growing new grass, we recommend using Scotts Turf Builder Starter Food for New Grass + Weed Preventer. Never apply weed preventers to your lawn before planting grass seed unless they have been designed to be used when seeding.

All weed control products are different, but in general, it is recommended to wait until the new grass has been mowed at least 4 times before using a crabgrass preventer or other weed control product (unless the product is designed to be used when seeding). Always refer to the product label for specific information related to weed control products you are using.

Q: What types of grass seed are contained in Scotts Turf Builder Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix?

A: The Sun & Shade Mix contains specially selected seed varieties.

KENTUCKY BLUEGRASS: Kentucky Bluegrass provides a deep green color, medium texture, and aggressively spreading roots, giving you a thick, lush lawn. It performs well in high traffic, moderate shade, and sunny areas.

PERENNIAL RYEGRASS: Perennial Ryegrass is fine textured and provides a rich green color. It germinates fast to get your lawn up and running quickly, while also helping to block out weeds. It does best in full sun, but will also tolerate partial shade.

FINE FESCUE: Fine fescue is included in this mix for many reasons. It grows densely, germinates quickly, and has a soft texture. It also does well in tough conditions including shady areas, cold climates, and high elevations.

Product Description

Grow thicker, greener grass with Scotts® Turf Builder® Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix®. This versatile grass seed grows in extreme conditions like full sun or dense shade, and aggressively spreads and thickens for a durable lawn. In addition, each seed is wrapped in a unique 4-in-1 WaterSmart® PLUS Coating to keep seed moist 2X longer than uncoated seed, feed to jumpstart growth, and protect against disease. Scotts® Turf Builder® Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix® is designed for full sun and dense shade, and has a fine bladed texture with medium to high drought resistance. It can be used to seed a new lawn or overseed an existing lawn. For best results, apply in the spring or fall when air temperatures are consistently between 60°F and 80°F. We recommend using a Scotts® spreader to apply this product (please refer to spreader settings on product label). Water daily or as needed to keep the soil surface moist until the seedlings reach at least 2 inches tall. One 3 lb. bag of Scotts® Turf Builder® Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix® has a new lawn coverage of 400 sq. ft. and an overseeding coverage of 1,200 sq. ft.

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4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3 out of 5
33,879 global ratings

Customers say

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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262 customers mention237 positive25 negative

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

70 customers mention70 positive0 negative

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

1,056 customers mention411 positive645 negative

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

969 customers mention576 positive393 negative

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

372 customers mention128 positive244 negative

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

88 customers mention55 positive33 negative

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

86 customers mention45 positive41 negative

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

270 customers mention64 positive206 negative

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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It actually worked!
I was certain that this large area of dirt that had been covered by the shade of a tree was not going to grow back with the rest of the grass this spring. I planted the seeds at the end of January and here we are at the end of March. It says it's for northern lawns, but I live in Texas and it worked great! Doesn't exactly match the rest of the grass but I'm grateful to have grass period lol
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Used this to seed a large area where my pool was. Read up and was told to put straw and lime blah blah. I wasn’t going overboard so I just put the seed and would see what happened. I used a cheap Scott’s spreader to apply as directed and here is the result after 3 weeks. I water once a day and yes I sometimes forget or say the heck with it. 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. I had my front yard landscaped with all the hay, lime, and treatments and this stuff actually looks better. It is a bit more expensive but well worth it especially to cut out all the extra treatments. All the neighborhood bunnies love it so it must be good lol. I will probably need to seed again in the fall just to fill in the places where the birds ate the seed. Friend of mine who works for a home center said this is the best stuff you can use. Only complaint is the rest of the lawn looks like crap compared to this. The bunnies will attest to this! I may buy more to overseed the rest of the yard in the fall.
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4.0 out of 5 stars The only Scotts seed product that actually worked
Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2023
I live in Eastern Mass.

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.
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Dwight
5.0 out of 5 stars Buy this bag of seed if you want a green lush lawn
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Sen-Sen
5.0 out of 5 stars Finally received this shipment , great!
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Ken_RichmondHill
5.0 out of 5 stars good product
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good quality seeds
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
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