As the summer heat intensifies, shielding your lawn from the scorching sun and pesky insects is crucial. That’s where Scotts® Turf Builder® SummerGuard® Lawn Food with Insect Control comes to the rescue.

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Imagine enjoying a perfect summer day in your backyard with a lush, healthy, and vibrant lawn. With Scotts® Turf Builder® SummerGuard® Lawn Food, you can take your outdoor space to its full potential. This innovative product fertilizes and strengthens your property and acts as a bug killer, safeguarding against various listed pests such as ants, armyworms, chinch bugs, crickets, fleas, grasshoppers, spiders, and ticks.

Suitable for all grass types, Scotts® Turf Builder® SummerGuard® Lawn Food with Insect Control should be applied to a dry lawn during the summertime when you first notice signs of insect activity or damage. To ensure proper coverage, we recommend using a Scotts spreader. Set the spreader to 3 ¾ for Scotts® broadcast/rotary spreaders or 8 ½ for Scotts drop spreaders. After application, be sure to water the product thoroughly. It’s important to avoid using any other weed, disease, or insect control products for at least one week following application.

A single 13.35 lb. bag of Scotts® Turf Builder® SummerGuard® Lawn Food with Insect Control can cover an impressive 5,000 sq. ft., providing ample protection and nourishment for your lawn.

Key Features:


  • Scotts® Turf Builder® SummerGuard® Lawn Food with Insect Control offers dual benefits by eliminating pests and strengthening your lawn against heat and drought.
  • The insecticide effectively targets listed pests like ants, armyworms, chinch bugs, crickets, fleas, grasshoppers, spiders, and ticks.
  • Apply this bug killer plus fertilizer to a dry lawn during summer, particularly when observing insect activity or damage.
  • This versatile lawn care product is compatible with any grass type, ensuring it suits your lawn needs.
  • Each 13.35 lb. bag covers an extensive area of 5,000 sq. ft., providing comprehensive lawn care coverage.

For optimal results, apply Scotts® Turf Builder® SummerGuard® Lawn Food with Insect Control to a dry lawn and thoroughly water it to activate the product. Remember to utilize a Scotts spreader for best distribution.

This summer, give your lawn the protection and nourishment it deserves. Choose Scotts® Turf Builder® SummerGuard® Lawn Food with Insect Control to maintain a beautiful, resilient, and pest-free lawn throughout the season.

Note: Apply between June and August, and feel confident using it on any grass type.