Customer reviews from Scotts
Scotts - Turf Builder Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix 3 lb - Tan
Average customer rating
4
(1,340 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 1,340 reviews
5 Stars
791
4 Stars
229
3 Stars
48
2 Stars
46
1 Star
226
81%of customers recommend this product.
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813 out of
998)
Customer Reviews for Scotts - Turf Builder Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix 3 lb - Tan
Customer Rating
1
Product did not germinate at all
on May 14, 2014
Posted by: JJGut
from Appleton, WI, USA
Gender:Male
Expertise:Intermediate
I purchased this product 3 weeks ago, and followed the directions. I watered twice daily, morning and afternoon, and the temperatures have been in the middle 70's for highs the last several days with the lows in the upper 50's. I used nearly a 3/4 bag to seed areas that were bare, and I have had very poor to no germination at all throughout areas of my yard. I have been a loyal Scott's user and happy with their products in the past, but this seed has been a terrible performer.
Cons: Didn't work as expected
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from ScottsBy Jeremy, Consumer Services, May 15, 2014
We are sorry that you have experienced problems while using Scotts Turf Builder Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix. Generally, we recommend seeding in late spring when temperatures are warm not only during the day, but at night also.
Temperature plays a critical role in seedling germination. Soil temperatures for northern (cool season) type turfgrass seed (Kentucky bluegrass, ryegrass, and fescue) must be at least 55 degrees F for seed to germinate. For best results, daytime temperatures must typically be in the 60-80 degree F. range and not going below 50 degrees F at night. Seeds will not germinate if the temperatures are cold at night, or are fluctuating from high day temperature to very low night time temperatures. The best time to seed cool season grasses is early to mid-fall.
One major "enemy" of a newly seeded lawn is herbicide. Make sure that no weed control or weed prevention product has been used in the area, as those products will also prevent or inhibit germination. When used on newly germinated lawns, herbicides will kill off the new grass.
We want you to be confident in our products. For this reason, we offer a product guarantee to our consumers. At your earliest convenience please contact us to see what can be done. You may visit our contact page by clicking on the following link http://tinyurl.com/7ag7a3n
Temperature plays a critical role in seedling germination. Soil temperatures for northern (cool season) type turfgrass seed (Kentucky bluegrass, ryegrass, and fescue) must be at least 55 degrees F for seed to germinate. For best results, daytime temperatures must typically be in the 60-80 degree F. range and not going below 50 degrees F at night. Seeds will not germinate if the temperatures are cold at night, or are fluctuating from high day temperature to very low night time temperatures. The best time to seed cool season grasses is early to mid-fall.
One major "enemy" of a newly seeded lawn is herbicide. Make sure that no weed control or weed prevention product has been used in the area, as those products will also prevent or inhibit germination. When used on newly germinated lawns, herbicides will kill off the new grass.
We want you to be confident in our products. For this reason, we offer a product guarantee to our consumers. At your earliest convenience please contact us to see what can be done. You may visit our contact page by clicking on the following link http://tinyurl.com/7ag7a3n
Written by a customer while visiting Scotts
Customer Rating
4
Works great for a small lawn when applied late winter or early spring.
on January 8, 2016
Posted by: Timmy
from Baltimore, MD, USA
Gender:Male
Expertise:Beginner
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I used this product last year and Scott Seed and Fertilizers mixture the year before lawn looks great.
Pros: Easy to Use, Effective, Quality
Cons: straw usage maybe needed to keep birds fromeating.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Scotts
Customer Rating
5
Greatest I ever used.
on April 22, 2015
Posted by: divin5335
from Summit
Gender:Male
Expertise:Intermediate
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Great product, easy to use & useing a little water.
Pros: Quality, Easy to Use, Good Directions, Effective
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Scotts
Customer Rating
5
it works
on April 23, 2015
Posted by: Maureen411
from Massachusetts
Gender:Female
Expertise:Intermediate
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I live in a very shady, pine tree area- After using this product- I HAVE GRASS
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Scotts
Customer Rating
1
Product was wet inside bag and could not be spread
on April 22, 2015
Posted by: machadojd
from Easton, MA, USA
Gender:Male
Expertise:Intermediate
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Product was wet inside bag and could not be spread. Could not use opportunity to spread at a good weather time and had to make a return trip to Home Depot. Now its raining and will have to waste more time
Pros: none this time
Cons: Didn't work as expected
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from ScottsBy Jeremy, Consumer Services, April 29, 2015
We are sorry that you experienced problems while using Scotts Turf Builder Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix. While Scotts makes every effort to package products in such a way that they will not absorb water, occasionally, some water will get in. We recommend that you do not attempt to spread the wet seed. Instead, we suggest that you dispose of the package.
We want you to be confident in our products. For this reason, we offer a product guarantee to our consumers. At your earliest convenience please contact us to see what can be done. You may visit our contact page by clicking on the following link http://tinyurl.com/7ag7a3n
We want you to be confident in our products. For this reason, we offer a product guarantee to our consumers. At your earliest convenience please contact us to see what can be done. You may visit our contact page by clicking on the following link http://tinyurl.com/7ag7a3n
Written by a customer while visiting Scotts
Customer Rating
5
The right seed for the right environment
on January 21, 2016
Posted by: Scottypride
from North Babylon, NY, USA
Gender:Male
Expertise:Intermediate
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have a large corner property, with both front and rear areas. I find that the sun and shade mixture is a perfect blend. I get sun in the front yard in the early part of the day, with some shade in the rear yard.This trend reverses as the day progresses. This versatile mix,is perfect for our hot summer weather. Even more so, with the added benefits of the water smart coating.
Pros: Easy to Use, Effective, Good Directions, Value, Quality, quick results
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Scotts
Customer Rating
4
Grass seed rebuilt a dead lawn
on January 11, 2016
Posted by: CamLof21
from Chicago, IL, USA
Gender:Female
Expertise:Intermediate
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought a boarded up house that was in foreclosure. I'm not sure how long it had been since the house had occupants. The house was in bad shape and so was the lawn--front and back.
After raking and adding some dirt, I seeded heavily with Scott sun and shade grass seed since the property had some trees. Therefore it had sunny and shady areas. Within a few weeks I had thick grass, and no weeds. As I cut the grass, it would grow back thicker and thicker. More cuttings and more water made my lawn the best looking one in the neighborhood. Thanks Scott!!!
Pros: Effective
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Scotts
Customer Rating
5
This product has great results
on June 5, 2018
Posted by: Luvthebucks
from Powell, OH, USA
Gender:Male
Expertise:Intermediate
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] In only a few days I started seeing sprouts and the seed has since grown in to fill in spots I had in my yard. Very successful growth rate and I would recommend to anyone who needs seed for sunny areas.
Pros: Easy to Use, Effective, Value
Written by a customer while visiting Scotts