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Scotts Green Max Southern Water Smart 16.8-lb 5000-sq ft 23-0-3 All Purpose Lawn Fertilizer
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Model #35605
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Learn MoreKills moss and thickens grass to fill in bare spots
Kills moss, not lawns - guaranteed
Feeds to help prevent future moss problems
Improves lawn's ability to absorb water and nutrients versus an unfed lawn
Apply during winter or spring when moss is actively growing
General | |||
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Series Name | Green Max Southern Water Smart | Type | Lawn fertilizer |
Dimensions | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Bag Capacity Quantity by Dry Volume | 25.15 | Maximum Coverage Area (Sq. Feet) | 5000 |
Bag Capacity Unit of Measure | Pound(s) | Size | 16.8 Pound(s) |
Features | |||
|---|---|---|---|
All-Purpose | No | For Use in Winter | Yes |
Annual Program | No | Insect Control | No |
Can Be Used on All Grass Types | Yes | Iron Included | Yes |
Can Be Used on Bahia | Yes | Lawn Starter | No |
Can Be Used on Bermuda | Yes | Lowe's Exclusive | No |
Can Be Used on Bluegrass | Yes | Mineral Supplement | No |
Can Be Used on Centipede | Yes | Moss Control | No |
Can Be Used On Edibles | No | Natural | No |
Can Be Used on Fescue | Yes | Nitrogen (N) Content (Percentage) | 23 |
Can Be Used on Ryegrass | Yes | Organic | No |
Can Be Used on St. Augustine | Yes | Phosphorus (P) Content (Percentage) | 0 |
Can Be Used on Zoysia | Yes | Potassium (K) Content (Percentage) | 3 |
Can Be Used When Seeding | No | Primary Usage | All-purpose lawn fertilizer |
Crabgrass Preventer | No | Time Release | Slow release |
Delivery System | Granules | Waiting Period to Seed | 6 weeks |
Feed Duration | Up to 2 months | Weed & Feed | No |
For Use in Fall | Yes | Weed Control | No |
For Use in Spring | Yes | Winterizer | No |
For Use in Summer | Yes | ||
Certifications | |||
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CA Residents: Prop 65 Warning(s) | No | OMRI Listed | No |
EPA Registration Number | 538-223 | ||
Warranty | |||
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Warranty | None | ||
Miscellaneous | |||
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UNSPSC | 10171600 | ||
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Review
714 Reviews
65% Recommend this product
Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.
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What Customers Are Saying
The Scotts lawn food product received mostly positive reviews. Customers reported that it effectively turned their lawn a deep green color within a short time and helped it stay healthy even in hot, dry conditions. However, some users experienced issues with the product causing staining or damage to their lawn in certain areas. Overall, the positive feedback outweighed the negative, with many customers finding it to be an effective and high-performing lawn fertilizer.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.714 Customer Reviews
Sad results
Not worth the money. Followed directions explicitly. No greening up in my front lawn. I’m using your 4 Step this year and after reading, added the Max to green up. Waste of my time and money.
DoidoiJuly 25, 2025
From Scotts
Max Green
used on fescue... Didn't see too much of a green up, but maybe the grass was as green as it could be. Still have faith in Scotts, will apply it again in near future.
RUBALD2June 11, 2025
From Scotts
Be the envy of the neighbors with Scotts Green Max
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] First I want to say always read the directions this product will temporarily stain concrete side walks, driveways, I have used this product Scotts Green Max now for 10yrs. and there is no substitute. Depending on your climate and need for your lawn you can use this to achieve the results you want. As for ME I have used this Green Max as much as once every 30 days and this is not recommended but for my need and my lawn at that time it worked ver...
nomoreweedsMay 24, 2023
From Scotts
Unsure about this product
I really don’t see much of a difference versus before I put it down so I’m questioning the value and impact.
NJ SalamiJune 28, 2025
From Scotts
Response from Customer Care
Hi, we're sorry you were disappointed with Triple Action and Green Max Bundle. We would like to understand more about your experience and what we can ...
Customer CareJune 30, 2025
This product has worked fine for me,
I have used Green Max for 10yrs and love it. I have read all of the reviews and can with all certainly say I have not had any problems. And will boldly say READ the instruction it tells you to sweep your sidewalk. I live in North Carolina we don't have bad winters but some of the summers are pretty bad and my lawn always concerns me in the summer. I am in my early 70s and a high water bill hurts but with proper watering I can have a beautiful lawn. In my very humble area, I do have a lawn that a...
MikeW705April 6, 2022
From Scotts
Best Lawn in the Neighborhood
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This product gave me amazing results. After unsatisfactory results from professional lawn care companies I finally decided to takes on this task. I immediately turned to Scott’s since they are the clear industry leader in all lawn care products. The results with their fertilizers, weed control and crabgrass preventer was unprecedented!!!! The longevity and slow release component of the fertilizer not only gave great and long lasting results bu...
DukeaneJuly 28, 2023
From Scotts
Good Stuff!
It greened up the lawn within a week. Gave a nice darker green color
Mike in PAJune 21, 2025
From Scotts
Scotts Green Max Works As Should
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Our lawn has been looking less green over the past several weeks, as COVID-19 has nothing to do with the lawn, but for sure, has interfered with my lawn care routine! A blanket-like appearance of yellowish tone was taking charge and appearing to consume my once beautiful green lawn. I realized that it was time to try something different. The plan was to first make sure the lawn was receiving adequate water while making sure that it was not b...
RatherhavefunMarch 11, 2021
From Scotts
Food For Hungry Lawns
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Scotts Green Max Lawn Food is a unique, dual-action formula that feeds lawn and supplements with iron. I didn't find it difficult to spread. In fact, it was applied easily with our basic Scott's push spreader. I like that it can be applied to any type of grass, and the fact that it is okay to re-enter lawn immediately after product is applied Spring is my annual preferred time to fertilize since it's best applied when temperatures are between...
PamiamMarch 12, 2021
From Scotts
The biggest secret in lawn care!
I have Bermuda grass here in hot South Carolina. I thought I'd give Max Green a try because who doesn't want a nice lush green lawn? Well to my surprise this fertilizer is amazing. No lie, I have the greenest lawn on the block! I have delivery people ask me how I do it? I have neighbors constantly asking me how I get my lawn so green! This product delivers on its promise! Now a few things to know: if you're not getting regular rain fall it will take about 5 to 7 days for max results. Right now I...
Eddie the lawn dudeJuly 17, 2019
From Scotts
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