Lawn Feeding and Fertilizing Basics

DIY Tips & Tricks

HomeBase · Lawn & Garden

Feed at the right time.
Grow a greener lawn.

Your lawn is unique. Where you live, your grass type, how much sun you get and more all change how you care for your grass. Here’s what to know about feeding it through the year.

No two lawns alike

What shapes your lawn’s needs

01 / LOCATION

Where you live

Your region and climate affect when your grass grows and when it needs feeding.

02 / GRASS TYPE

What you grow

Different grass types have different needs and feeding schedules.

03 / SUNLIGHT

How much sun

Sun and shade change how your lawn grows and how you should care for it.

Mark your calendar

When to feed for a greener lawn

The best times to feed fall into four windows across the year.

Feeding 1Early springFebruary – April
Feeding 2Late springApril – June
Feeding 3SummerJune – August
Feeding 4FallSeptember – November

Products for every yard

Everything you need, in one stop

Sutherlands HomeBase and DIY Supply carry a wide range of Scotts lawn products for any kind of yard, plus the equipment you need to apply them.

Weed & FeedTurf BuilderGrass SeedGrubExSpreaders & equipment

Take the guesswork out

Build a lawn care plan for your yard

Scotts offers free tools that match products and timing to your specific lawn. Get your plan, then pick up everything at your local Sutherlands HomeBase or DIY Supply store.

Scotts My Lawn app

Answer a few questions about your grass type, location and lawn goals to get a free customized plan. It includes product recommendations, application timing and reminders.

The app can also measure your lawn’s square footage from an aerial view of your home.

Get the My Lawn app

Scotts seasonal lawn guide

Read Scotts’ year-round guide to caring for and fertilizing your lawn, season by season.

Read the seasonal guide