Question 1

1. What does the number on the fertilizer signify?

Accepted Answer

The numbers on the fertilizers are actually a kind of limit. They are the maximum threshold or the amount of fertiliser to apply per square meter. If you don’t follow this number and go higher then your product will turn zero soon.

Question 2

2. What number to set on my Scotts spreader?

Accepted Answer

Scotts spreaders have different numbers printed on them. These are the settings which determine the rate of your product. To set a number, first identify or pick your fertilizer/ seed type as the number varies on the type of product. Then, you can refer to our chart or more precisely read the back label for directions to use. You will get an idea to set the ideal number.

Question 3

3. How do you determine Scotts spreader settings?

Accepted Answer

Scotts Spreader settings are never the same. Firstly they vary as the spreader model changes. Next, it’s highly dependent on the type of fertiliser or seed you wish to spread on your lawn. The entire setting game lies in the product. Our conversion chart will guide you in determining the Scotts spreader settings for various products on the spot, rotatory or handy spreaders. If you do not fix the settings properly, you will end up wasting a lot of product on daily basis.

Question 4

4. What does the number signify on the spreader and how to calibrate it?

Accepted Answer

Scotts Spreaders have a series of numbers imprinted on them for changing the settings and controlling the conversions. These numbers directly signify the speed of fertilisers released from the spreader’s hopper all while considering the type of fertilizer. It is essential to measure your lawn area in square feet for calibrating your spreader. Most products specify the setting or number on their label. If that’s not the case you may have to practise a trial and error method to experiment with different settings before you find the perfect spreader setting for your product.

Question 5

5. What does a spreader control number mean on Scotts spreader?

Accepted Answer

On Scotts spreader, control numbers like 5, 5 ½, 6 and higher numbers like 26, 31 etc are the application rates of the fertiliser per sq. feet or any decided area. In simple words, they indicate how fast the fertiliser or seeds will escape the hopper and land on the ground. They are important to adjust while using various kinds of fertilizers.

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