Scotts 4-Step Program Lawn Fertilizer

You should apply this in early spring, ideally when the ground has thawed but before crabgrass seeds begin to germinate. A good rule of thumb is to apply it when the forsythia bushes in your area start to bloom.

No, you should avoid using this product on newly seeded areas. The pre-emergent herbicide in this formula is designed to stop seeds from germinating, which means it will prevent your new grass seed from growing as well.

No, this is a pre-emergent herbicide, meaning it only prevents crabgrass from sprouting. It will not kill crabgrass that has already emerged, so it is important to apply it early in the season before the weeds take hold.

It is best to wait until the granules have been watered into the soil and the lawn has completely dried. As a general safety precaution, keep people and pets off the treated area until the application is fully settled.

This formula is designed for most common residential lawn grasses, but it is always wise to check your specific grass type against the product label. It is generally effective for cool-season grasses, but avoid using it on certain sensitive varieties if specified on the packaging.

Yes, watering the lawn after application helps the granules settle into the soil and activates the pre-emergent barrier. A light watering or applying it just before a predicted light rain is usually sufficient.