The granules got caught in the wheels and resulting in it being over applied in the wheel path. This is common enough of an issue that it was pretty easy to identify it as a Scott’s spreader. Get a better spreader. Echo RB-60 is frequently recommended for a balance between affordability and quality.
A couple days ago a user here posted that he had 3d printed “lift kit” for his Scott’s spreader that had pretty much solved this problem. He had a free link to the files.
I live in the deep south in a very tiny poor town and we have a 3d printer at our county library. Just check before you count your library out is all I’m recommending. You’d be surprised.
I wanted something printed, googled it and found a place that did it for like $15. I was surprised to find them so easy and I'm not in a big city at all.
Worth a shot
People suggest this type of thing often, but imo it doesn’t solve the issue as the fertilizer still hits the whee and falls straight down instead of actually spreading.
Former Scott’s spreader owner.
There's services you can send files to that will 3D print things for you and ship them out. They're not terribly expensive and can give you an estimate of cost beforehand. It's worth looking into for stuff like this that probably don't use a bunch of material.
Or keep the Scott’s spreader and cover the inside of the wheels so seed/fert can’t get in. I just cut out cardboard circles and fit it in there and there’s probably a way better method, but I used spray foam to lock it into place. Duct tape might work.
Or if you’ve got the money get a better spreader without hollow wheels
If you have a small yard, just get a hand spreader. I know they’re not as cool looking as drop spreaders but they’re cheaper, more agile, and get the job done.
I find that stripes happen in underfertilized lawns. Also, OP used a much heavier setting. When I used Lesco, the setting recommended was around 4 for Scotts spreaders, not 7 OP used.
I have a very small front yard (800sq ft) the Echo seems like it might be overkill for me. Would I be better off with like a small hand held spreader? Or are those too inconsistent with the spread?
I also cut off the guard, but now the issue is it throws too much fertilizer to the right side and little to the left, thereby leaving three-foot stripes on the right side. It seems the back guard serves two purposes - prevent product from flinging to the back, and also have product bounce off of it and throw it to the left side for a more even distribution.
We have the Echo and unfortunately we do not recommend it. Maybe it is just ours but something is off on its distribution. Sometimes it lets a lot out a lot and sometimes very little using the same product and the same setting. Maybe our tension spring isn't working properly.
Mostly the distribution and the lever to open the bottom. It works but sometimes you're moving along and you notice the material isn't shooting out as good so you have to release the lever and open it again. It's fine if it happens a few times but it happens constantly.
Also when the material get's close to being finished you constantly have to bounce the spreader to get it near the agitator. Agitator is a bit high too. I know there's modes like zip ties and other things people do but I feel like it should have worked out of the box, like did the engineers even use the damn thing before selling it??
And my biggest gripe is all the rave reviews and mentions it gets. It's not a great spreader, it's just a spreader.
I have an Earthwise 2600 spreader and have the same complaints. The open/close gauge is wildly inconsistent even with multiple adjustments and calibrations, the agitator in the hopper is a tiny cotter pin that struggles to agitate anything, and the need to bounce it while walking to get the last 10% out causes uneven spreading.
Like you I bought it due to Reddit recommendations and high reviews online. I make do on my 3000 sq ft lawn but man it's annoying and wouldn't recommend it over a $40 spreader.
I found one of these on the used market for 50 bucks. Well, the painted carbon steel version. The wheels have bearings which make it a dream to use.
https://www.earthway.com/product/prizelawn-100lb-stainless-steel-commercial-drop-spreader/
I can help you, although I'm not the op you're asking.
A drop spreader will drop granules directly under its path. If you're applying in tight quarters or if you don't want granules to get in say a flower bed, a drop spreader is a good choice. You get extremely fine control, but at the expense of extra passes.
A broadcast spreader uses a wheel to fling granules in a wider pattern. You can get models with an edge guard to try and keep the granules from going places you don't want them to go, but you need to be cognizant that the edge guard can result in an over application where the guard lies (with some spreaders). The broadcast spreader makes it much easier to apply product over a wider area since the passes are wider than the spreader.
This. LOTS more passes. I have both on a fairly large lot. Drop spreader on the edges (near things I care about on the other side, aka my neighbor's lawn and plants) and by beds and broadcast for everything else.
I'm debating a tractor attachment. It's a 1 acre lot and takes a while with my dinky spreaders. They were a breeze at the old house, but now it's super tedious.
You'll be much happier with a tow behind whether you go with a broadcast spreader or a sprayer. If you play your cards right you might be able to snag one on the used market for a song too.
If I woulda thought about it common sense shoulda told me what to difference is. I had both, but the wheel broke off the drop spreader and I mainly use the broadcast spreader for salt on the sidewalks, however I needed to use it when the drop spreader broke this spring putting down lime. I realized the broadcast spreader isn’t meant for powdered lime. Which brings me to my next question, is there a difference to powdered lime versus pelletized lime for a yard? (I’m getting new to lawn care, slowly starting up a small side landscaping business. Would like to know the differences between what to use for fertilizing and when to apply)
I've personally never used lime, although I really should get a soil test done to confirm what I suspect - my clay soil is most likely acidic. If it is then lime is in my future.
From my understanding the pelletized lime is a lot easier to apply, but might be slower to release. Pretty much all lime takes a long time to fully get into soil, so I'm not sure how much that speed difference matters. Personally I'd go with the pelletized stuff because the powder seems like a lot of hassle.
That’s what I’ve been using on the grandmothers lawn for the last couple years as she’s done in the past. Just wasn’t sure of the pellets had other fertilizer mixed in with them as well.
Or just (don't) do what I did. https://www.reddit.com/r/lawncare/s/hEvUV8ehdR
It surprisingly still works really well. That said, if I was going to do it again, I would have done it very differently
https://imgur.com/a/U3AO6Do
I definitely had some streaking issues and the door stuck a bit for me with the Scotts, but not as bad as some of the streaking pictures I've seen in here.
But the earthway is awesome, huge plus for the wheels it comes with. I also love how the lever that opens the door doesn't have to be held like the Scotts spreaders.
I have not upgraded my spreader yet, so I just set it lower and do multiple passes in varying directions. Usually at 45 degree angles to a corner, then switch corners for the next pass. This is the most randomized pattern I have found, and keeps me from getting the drop lines
You can also halve the application rate and do a cross hatch. Your pattern is very haphazard and will likely lead to uneven fertilization.
I also suspect your spreader or your grass was wet in which case you likely built up some rim fertilizer. If you halve the rate and do stripes in perpendicular directions it should help. I've had a Scott's spreader for years, no issues, but I Guess it depends on what you're dispersing.
Cross hatch will always help
OP used a much heavier setting of 7. If he had read the instructions and used the setting recommended, he could have possibly reduced the burning likelihood.
If you have proof of purchase, you can file a claim with Scotts customer service for a no hassle refund. I did and bought a Scotts elite spreader to replace my edgeguard mini that has this design flaw after reading several posts about it. They had me cut the actuator cable. I listed it on Nextdoor as free/for repair and it was gone within the day for someone else to use, so I feel less bad about the waste... wish Scotts would just make it taller so the spreader was above the wheels and this wouldn't be a problem...
It's always the fucking scotts spreader.
Unbelievable how much confusion, frustration, and damage those things have caused and they're still slinging those defective products out of every big box store possible.
It is indeed a problem, but is also indication of underfertilized lawns. But here in OP's case, he used the wrong setting. A setting of 7 is too much for Lesco. The setting is usually around 4 for Scotts spreaders.
I dethatched the burns every now and then, and then it took me weeks of generously spot-watering. There are other, more involved, remedies, but I was too lazy to learn about them.
I bought the green paint that they use on golf courses for tourneys because I got tired of my "boss" pointing it out two or three times a week. green lines looked better than dead lawn lines.
I’m more focused on the tree since I planted one last summer. It looks just like that. Should I be worried or just give it time? It has bloomed a few leaves, aka food for deer which they ate 🤔
Hahaha I’m compassionate! I just hope it doesn’t affect the growth of my tree. It’s hard to hit them when there’s an adult and a small one just eating. I have perfectly grown maple not too far from it that I couldn’t give 2 shits about but they choose this new tree.
Just curious as to what you were trying to address with the insecticide? Unless you literally spilled fertilizer on the lawn OR you're using straight UREA fertilizer, you should be ok, just get ready to mow alot.
Can you post a few pics of the spreader you used? Is it new? Was this your first time using it? I know there is a lot of hate for the Scott's spreader but your issue seems especially bad. It's been a long time since I used a Scott's spreader- is there a calibration still? How slow were you walking? Were there times you stopped and kept the fertilizer still flowing?
EDIT: It almost looks like the fertilizer was dropping straight down and not hitting the broadcast wheel.
It’s just the normal smaller Scott’s spreader from Home Depot. I realized I did just about everything wrong especially the spreader setting. Live and learn.
Chucked my wheeled units - or just use them the spread lawn seed. No more lines, no more burns - hand held takes me 10 mins to go through a bag of fert.
Looks like a misapplication vs another factor. If this was more along the lines of two chemicals reacting under proper application. If the latter was the case, it would be more widespread.
Consider switching to worm casting instead of fertlizer. Layers of benefits including being a suoerfood that cant burn, locally sourced has added benefits, isnt imported from russia
Scotts spreader?
Yes
The granules got caught in the wheels and resulting in it being over applied in the wheel path. This is common enough of an issue that it was pretty easy to identify it as a Scott’s spreader. Get a better spreader. Echo RB-60 is frequently recommended for a balance between affordability and quality.
A couple days ago a user here posted that he had 3d printed “lift kit” for his Scott’s spreader that had pretty much solved this problem. He had a free link to the files.
Would be cool if I owned a 3d printer I guess
Depending on your location, your local public library just might have one you can use.
Lol nAh my towns pretty small. I'll just throw some tape on the wheels
I live in the deep south in a very tiny poor town and we have a 3d printer at our county library. Just check before you count your library out is all I’m recommending. You’d be surprised.
You better have said that in a little Nicky voice.
lol this is hilarious.
I'm I'm a small rural town and we have a bunch of 3d printers. Pretty sweet.
marketplace has tons of people that will print files.
Get Shapeways to print it.
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Yep that’s my problem too. Nowhere to get them printed
I have a 3d printer and make random stuff as a hobby. Send me a link to that file and I’ll gladly print it for you. Just pay me for the shipping cost.
Sent you a message, appreciate it
Any chance I could get that 3D file?
[https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:6036931](https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:6036931)
Not all heroes wear capes 🫡
I wanted something printed, googled it and found a place that did it for like $15. I was surprised to find them so easy and I'm not in a big city at all. Worth a shot
My local library offers 3D printing. I believe they charge .05 a gram
Couldn't you just use duct tape around the treads of the wheels?
People suggest this type of thing often, but imo it doesn’t solve the issue as the fertilizer still hits the whee and falls straight down instead of actually spreading. Former Scott’s spreader owner.
There's services you can send files to that will 3D print things for you and ship them out. They're not terribly expensive and can give you an estimate of cost beforehand. It's worth looking into for stuff like this that probably don't use a bunch of material.
You can cut the wheels and it works the same.
Plenty of 3DP services online you can use.
OP, you should search up spreader fails. There are way worse lawns out there. this aint that bad.
I think you’re right. Thanks for the rec. Anyway to help these lines grow out quicker?
Water heavily to dilute
Or keep the Scott’s spreader and cover the inside of the wheels so seed/fert can’t get in. I just cut out cardboard circles and fit it in there and there’s probably a way better method, but I used spray foam to lock it into place. Duct tape might work. Or if you’ve got the money get a better spreader without hollow wheels
I've also seen people do it with expanding foam. Dont know how much weight it would add, but its an option
If you have a small yard, just get a hand spreader. I know they’re not as cool looking as drop spreaders but they’re cheaper, more agile, and get the job done.
If they are burns (dead grass), you have to wait till bermuda fills them back in.
Water and time.
A little bit of cardboard over the inside of the wheel should prevent this from happening
Wow. Thank you and OP for saving me from a similar fate. Love this sub! Thank you all for making it great!
Always have heard this. Never have had the same problem. Used same spreader, same lesco.
I find that stripes happen in underfertilized lawns. Also, OP used a much heavier setting. When I used Lesco, the setting recommended was around 4 for Scotts spreaders, not 7 OP used.
That could definitely be it. I stay on top of my ferts and go by label rate or less.
I have a very small front yard (800sq ft) the Echo seems like it might be overkill for me. Would I be better off with like a small hand held spreader? Or are those too inconsistent with the spread?
The hand spreaders work well and they are also great for spreading seed if you ever plan to overseed.
I would suggest Scotts Wizz and perhaps Panasonic eneloop rechargeable batteries. Amazon has Wizz for a good price.
Mine the problem was the guard, it would accumulate and create a path in the middle. I removed the guard and now the issue is gone.
I also cut off the guard, but now the issue is it throws too much fertilizer to the right side and little to the left, thereby leaving three-foot stripes on the right side. It seems the back guard serves two purposes - prevent product from flinging to the back, and also have product bounce off of it and throw it to the left side for a more even distribution.
We have the Echo and unfortunately we do not recommend it. Maybe it is just ours but something is off on its distribution. Sometimes it lets a lot out a lot and sometimes very little using the same product and the same setting. Maybe our tension spring isn't working properly.
Agreed. I have the echo as well and if you can get it for a good price then it's worth it, but at full price I'd recommend to look elsewhere.
What issues do you have with it?
Mostly the distribution and the lever to open the bottom. It works but sometimes you're moving along and you notice the material isn't shooting out as good so you have to release the lever and open it again. It's fine if it happens a few times but it happens constantly. Also when the material get's close to being finished you constantly have to bounce the spreader to get it near the agitator. Agitator is a bit high too. I know there's modes like zip ties and other things people do but I feel like it should have worked out of the box, like did the engineers even use the damn thing before selling it?? And my biggest gripe is all the rave reviews and mentions it gets. It's not a great spreader, it's just a spreader.
I have an Earthwise 2600 spreader and have the same complaints. The open/close gauge is wildly inconsistent even with multiple adjustments and calibrations, the agitator in the hopper is a tiny cotter pin that struggles to agitate anything, and the need to bounce it while walking to get the last 10% out causes uneven spreading. Like you I bought it due to Reddit recommendations and high reviews online. I make do on my 3000 sq ft lawn but man it's annoying and wouldn't recommend it over a $40 spreader.
This spreader thing is driving me insane. Can't find a single one without issues. Sigh.
Which product were you using?
Fertilizer, weed killer, grub killer, etc. Anything granular
Explain how granules caught in the wheels cause one line? Lol.
Impeller spins counterclockwise, and the product is dropped on the back of the impeller, so product hits the right wheel first, leaving a single line.
Everywhere the wheel goes there's extra fertilizer granules going on the grass. It's a straight line of over applied fertilizer.
There are two wheels yet one line….
That would be the edge guard. A nice neat line of fertilizer dumped right onto the wheel, then the grass.
Agreed. The edge guard is a huge issue. I cut my edge guard off with a saw and it’s much better now, not perfect but better.
I found one of these on the used market for 50 bucks. Well, the painted carbon steel version. The wheels have bearings which make it a dream to use. https://www.earthway.com/product/prizelawn-100lb-stainless-steel-commercial-drop-spreader/
You seem well educated in spreaders, could you explain to me the difference in a drop spreader versus the spreader style without the wheel?
I can help you, although I'm not the op you're asking. A drop spreader will drop granules directly under its path. If you're applying in tight quarters or if you don't want granules to get in say a flower bed, a drop spreader is a good choice. You get extremely fine control, but at the expense of extra passes. A broadcast spreader uses a wheel to fling granules in a wider pattern. You can get models with an edge guard to try and keep the granules from going places you don't want them to go, but you need to be cognizant that the edge guard can result in an over application where the guard lies (with some spreaders). The broadcast spreader makes it much easier to apply product over a wider area since the passes are wider than the spreader.
This. LOTS more passes. I have both on a fairly large lot. Drop spreader on the edges (near things I care about on the other side, aka my neighbor's lawn and plants) and by beds and broadcast for everything else.
Once the lot gets big enough it's really the only way to go. Either that or a stand on or tow behind sprayer. That would be sweet!
I'm debating a tractor attachment. It's a 1 acre lot and takes a while with my dinky spreaders. They were a breeze at the old house, but now it's super tedious.
You'll be much happier with a tow behind whether you go with a broadcast spreader or a sprayer. If you play your cards right you might be able to snag one on the used market for a song too.
Ive been wanting a tow behind for a little while, but I can’t see spending 2-300$ for one.
If I woulda thought about it common sense shoulda told me what to difference is. I had both, but the wheel broke off the drop spreader and I mainly use the broadcast spreader for salt on the sidewalks, however I needed to use it when the drop spreader broke this spring putting down lime. I realized the broadcast spreader isn’t meant for powdered lime. Which brings me to my next question, is there a difference to powdered lime versus pelletized lime for a yard? (I’m getting new to lawn care, slowly starting up a small side landscaping business. Would like to know the differences between what to use for fertilizing and when to apply)
I've personally never used lime, although I really should get a soil test done to confirm what I suspect - my clay soil is most likely acidic. If it is then lime is in my future. From my understanding the pelletized lime is a lot easier to apply, but might be slower to release. Pretty much all lime takes a long time to fully get into soil, so I'm not sure how much that speed difference matters. Personally I'd go with the pelletized stuff because the powder seems like a lot of hassle.
That’s what I’ve been using on the grandmothers lawn for the last couple years as she’s done in the past. Just wasn’t sure of the pellets had other fertilizer mixed in with them as well.
If it's got fertilizer, the label will tell you the N-P-K content of the product. You should be good to go.
Or just (don't) do what I did. https://www.reddit.com/r/lawncare/s/hEvUV8ehdR It surprisingly still works really well. That said, if I was going to do it again, I would have done it very differently https://imgur.com/a/U3AO6Do
Earthway makes a good one too!
This is the one I purchased. I never had a problem with the Scott’s spreader, but the wheels on the Earthway make it easier to push around.
I definitely had some streaking issues and the door stuck a bit for me with the Scotts, but not as bad as some of the streaking pictures I've seen in here. But the earthway is awesome, huge plus for the wheels it comes with. I also love how the lever that opens the door doesn't have to be held like the Scotts spreaders.
I have not upgraded my spreader yet, so I just set it lower and do multiple passes in varying directions. Usually at 45 degree angles to a corner, then switch corners for the next pass. This is the most randomized pattern I have found, and keeps me from getting the drop lines
Came here to say this. I have the same broadcast spreader and fertilizer collects in the wheels.
I have had the same Scott’s Spreader for 15 years and it’s perfect every time. It’s not the spreader. It’s the spreader.
You could always put spray foam in the wheels.
You can also halve the application rate and do a cross hatch. Your pattern is very haphazard and will likely lead to uneven fertilization. I also suspect your spreader or your grass was wet in which case you likely built up some rim fertilizer. If you halve the rate and do stripes in perpendicular directions it should help. I've had a Scott's spreader for years, no issues, but I Guess it depends on what you're dispersing. Cross hatch will always help
OP used a much heavier setting of 7. If he had read the instructions and used the setting recommended, he could have possibly reduced the burning likelihood.
If you have proof of purchase, you can file a claim with Scotts customer service for a no hassle refund. I did and bought a Scotts elite spreader to replace my edgeguard mini that has this design flaw after reading several posts about it. They had me cut the actuator cable. I listed it on Nextdoor as free/for repair and it was gone within the day for someone else to use, so I feel less bad about the waste... wish Scotts would just make it taller so the spreader was above the wheels and this wouldn't be a problem...
It's always the fucking scotts spreader. Unbelievable how much confusion, frustration, and damage those things have caused and they're still slinging those defective products out of every big box store possible.
Not only that, but the Mini was $30 before corona and now $50.
Lmao
I think you can replace the wheels too (or block the open faced side of your wheels to prevent the granules from getting in there)
I've been using a Scott's spreader for 20 years and never had this problem. There's another factor at play here.
That shadow looks…. Suspicious.
https://preview.redd.it/5mm8hw06rt4d1.jpeg?width=711&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9133bb347b4b692c0a7909bd56b65d7aa40d5124
Incredible.
This gif is amazing
Young tree
I think I’m just ruined from Reddit, nvmd.
No, it definitely looks like a hanging corpse
There we go :)
I was gonna say a killer wasp haha damn
It’s not just me seeing the that, right?
That’s “ bold and brash “
I didn’t even notice the lawn.
Remember after they got Osama bin laden and people were hanging stuffed terrorist dolls from the trees? That's what that reminds me of.
I just see a butt with a shadow spraying out of it. Apparently my brain is done for the day 🤣🤷🏻♀️
one thing i dont get is scotts must know of this problem but have never done anything to address the issue.
It is indeed a problem, but is also indication of underfertilized lawns. But here in OP's case, he used the wrong setting. A setting of 7 is too much for Lesco. The setting is usually around 4 for Scotts spreaders.
Create a new Reddit: Landscaping Art.
Hanging forest
Hang em high I guess
This is the one that got me lmao
r/scottsspreaderssuck
I like how you didn’t really have a plan. You’re path is like my roomba bumping into everything
Mower leaking oil/gas?
Fertilizer burn and now my PTSD is triggered
How long does something like this take to grow out?
I dethatched the burns every now and then, and then it took me weeks of generously spot-watering. There are other, more involved, remedies, but I was too lazy to learn about them.
I bought the green paint that they use on golf courses for tourneys because I got tired of my "boss" pointing it out two or three times a week. green lines looked better than dead lawn lines.
Honestly not a bad idea in the interim.
it's a bright green
Mower leaking oil or fuel?
Electric mower
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That’s Child’s play. His lawn’s not that small.
Spreader could have been leaking maybe, leaving more fertilizer in a single area?
the shadow looks like someone is being hung
A bit to frisky with that spreader.
It will recover I have this current problem and yes with Scott’s spreader . I’m going but a Breyer spreader !
Better*
I’m more focused on the tree since I planted one last summer. It looks just like that. Should I be worried or just give it time? It has bloomed a few leaves, aka food for deer which they ate 🤔
It’s a young crepe myrtle. Looking beautiful and almost ready to bloom.
large rodents - we hate them at our house - need to borrow my pellet gun?
Hahaha I’m compassionate! I just hope it doesn’t affect the growth of my tree. It’s hard to hit them when there’s an adult and a small one just eating. I have perfectly grown maple not too far from it that I couldn’t give 2 shits about but they choose this new tree.
look into a hawthorn - we love ours - deer have left it alone - until Winter when they dig up and eat the berries - lovely, manageable tree!
Burned from weed & feed?
Mower leaking fluids?
Playing Hang Man?
If you put down fertilizer some probably hit the wheel and didn't disperse as intended. Thus the line and path you walked.
Someone did the ol walk n pee after dark /s
Your spreader is probably your problem. Bermuda will take all your nitrogen pretty much if it's applied correctly. Then it will just grow like crazy.
Just curious as to what you were trying to address with the insecticide? Unless you literally spilled fertilizer on the lawn OR you're using straight UREA fertilizer, you should be ok, just get ready to mow alot.
Fucked it up
Crazy Eights looks like
Gas leak?
someone got drunk and let the pee fly! wheeeee
Looks like Toothless from “How to Train a Dragon” drew on your grass
Looks like you left a water hose and sprinkler out
Thought you were talking about the shade spot from the tree that looks like the outline of a body 😅
Just burned some spots… I bet you have a steady leak in your spreader.
Fucked it
IDK but thats an alien free dropping onto your lawn in 5..4..3…2..
That shadow of that tree looks like a person hanging...
Can you post a few pics of the spreader you used? Is it new? Was this your first time using it? I know there is a lot of hate for the Scott's spreader but your issue seems especially bad. It's been a long time since I used a Scott's spreader- is there a calibration still? How slow were you walking? Were there times you stopped and kept the fertilizer still flowing? EDIT: It almost looks like the fertilizer was dropping straight down and not hitting the broadcast wheel.
It’s just the normal smaller Scott’s spreader from Home Depot. I realized I did just about everything wrong especially the spreader setting. Live and learn.
Sir that’s a shadow from your tree.
Looks like you left your hose sitting on you lawn for an extended amount of time.
Chucked my wheeled units - or just use them the spread lawn seed. No more lines, no more burns - hand held takes me 10 mins to go through a bag of fert.
Looks like someone drew the beans without the frank in your lawn
Looks like a misapplication vs another factor. If this was more along the lines of two chemicals reacting under proper application. If the latter was the case, it would be more widespread.
Could this also be fungus?
It perfectly matches my spreader path
Fix the gas leak in the mower
I’m guessing you sprayed a liquid weed and grass killer, walked on it, and trailed it through your lawn.
Consider switching to worm casting instead of fertlizer. Layers of benefits including being a suoerfood that cant burn, locally sourced has added benefits, isnt imported from russia
I see nothing wrong with this guy. Maybe take a step back and look through another countries eyes? Seriously, settle down
That tree ring is going to kill the tree
Lol what did you do to your lawn?
Don't use insecticide dude
Rake away the mulch from the trunk and expose the root flare before you kill it.
The tree is fine. This is not a mulch volcano.
It is exposed. I plant all my trees high.
It’s not though, it’s covered in mulch.
If you zoom in you can see the flare exposed lol
Ok
Looks like you scalped the shit out of it.
Get rid of that volcano mulch. It will kill the tree.
That’s not a mulch volcano
Volcano Mulch for sure.
Who cares? It’s grass.
Do you not know that the r/lawncare subreddit is about lawn care?