Fall Success Starts with Scotts: Must-Stock Products for the Season
As the weather cools and leaves begin to turn, customers are shifting their focus from summer maintenance to fall restoration. For lawn and garden retailers, October is a critical month to position the right products that help homeowners prepare their lawns for winter and set the stage for a healthy, vibrant spring.
No brand understands lawn care seasonality better than Scotts®—the most trusted name in turf management for generations. From strengthening roots to repairing summer damage, Scotts provides easy, science-backed solutions that deliver visible results. This fall, make sure your shelves are stocked with these top sellers that drive traffic and repeat purchases all season long.
1. Scotts® Turf Builder® WinterGuard® Fall Lawn Food
Fall feeding is one of the most important steps in any lawn care program. Scotts® Turf Builder® WinterGuard® Fall Lawn Food is specially formulated to replenish nutrients lost over the summer and to prepare grass for the cold months ahead. It strengthens roots and helps lawns absorb essential nutrients before winter dormancy—so homeowners can look forward to a thicker, greener lawn in spring.
This best-selling formula is perfect for both northern and transitional zones, making it an essential SKU for every retailer. Position it as the “don’t skip” step for fall lawn recovery and showcase it near spreaders for easy add-on sales.
2. Scotts® Turf Builder® Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix
Bare spots and thinning turf are common homeowner frustrations at the end of summer. Scotts® Turf Builder® Grass Seed Sun & Shade Mix solves both problems with one proven blend. Designed to thrive in almost any condition—from full sun to dense shade—it includes Scotts’ exclusive WaterSmart® PLUS Coating that absorbs more water, nourishes seedlings, and protects them from disease.
This seed mix delivers quick germination and resilient growth, making it a staple for fall renovation projects. Retailers should highlight it alongside soil improvers, starter fertilizers, and lawn patch kits to encourage complete lawn repair purchases.
3. Scotts® Turf Builder® Thick’R Lawn™ Sun & Shade
When customers want to see a noticeable difference fast, Thick’R Lawn™ is the go-to solution. This 3-in-1 product combines seed, fertilizer, and soil improver to fill in bare spots and enhance overall turf density with a single application. It’s an ideal product for homeowners looking for an easy, all-in-one solution that fits into busy fall schedules.
Retailers can boost sales by displaying Thick’R Lawn™ near other fall renovation products and creating before-and-after visuals in endcap displays or digital marketing to demonstrate results.
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