hmoran3110
hmoran3110

I used Weed 'n' Feed on my lawn last year. Like many other people who have reviewed it, large patches of my lawn not only turned black, but died, and have taken months to recover (still not fully). I’m sure I followed the instructions, but for this to have happened, what might I have got wrong? I now have a big bag of the product that I am afraid to use again.

Hitower
Hitower  

Hi

Thats the weeds that died not the lawn. Mine did the same. I have Cooch so awating the growing season and being patient. It will grow over the dead weeds. Be patient. Other types of lawns not of the spreading variety will need to be re sowed.

hmoran3110
hmoran3110  

No, it was definitely large patches of good quality lawn. The dead grass is still there.

Yates
Yates   DM   

We are sorry to hear about your experience with the Weed'n'Feed Granular. If you could please provide us with some additional information we can investigate this matter for you. What type of lawn do you have? How large is your lawn? When did you apply the product?

Do you have any images of your lawn, the weeds and the product you could share?

Please send an email to consumer.advice.yates@yates.com.au

We do take your feedback seriously and appreciate you taking the time to contact us regarding this issue.

Michelle Yates Horticulturist

Katie
Katie

Can I dilute Weed & feed granules in water then apply to lawn?

Hitower
Hitower  

Katee - Be bold and Give it crack if your convinced it might be better than other liquid weed and feeds Around, Might blooming work might bloody not and ruin your grass. Your call. I have always used all chemical products "as directed"

Hitower
Hitower  

Still highly recommend it used directed on cooch.

KTee
KTee

Can I dissolve Yates Weed 'n' Feed Granular in water then apply?

Hitower
Hitower  

Manufacturers do actually do research and make products for specific applications thats why they heve instruction in how to use their products. Always for anything yoy buy follow instructions to the letter. USE AS DIRECTED

Celia S
Celia S

What time of year do I use Yates feed n weed.

Mr s
Mr s  

No time of the year! This product is hideous! Stains everything bright orange however careful you are- Yates takes no responsibility whatsoever avoid at all cost!!!

Garry
Garry

Can I put buffalo weed n feed on kikuyu lawn I pick up the wrong one from the hardware store

Ian
Ian  

Hi Gary yes it is suitable for other lawns

aussisheila
aussisheila

I have just read the reviews of the granular weed and feed, I did not like them I will be returning mine to the supermarket tomorrow I have the garden club coming to see my garden in three weeks and I don't want to show them a dead lawn

Les Bowden
Les Bowden  

Can I mix granular up to a solution?

Sue
Sue

I used weed and feed granular on my lawn. Whist did green it up a little no weeds were killed. The major concern is that it has stained my new paving area. Rang customer service and they said to use CLR. This didn't work. I now have $4000 worth of paving marked with rust stains. Not happy. What can be done. Sue

margie
margie  

Hi Sue. I did not have that issue with the staining. However, my daughters lawn is still bare in many sections. After spreading the granules, and then watering in( as instructed), the granules are to this day( 14 months later), still on top of soil to rear yard. The granules turned white in colour- but hundreds are still scattered over yard. Needless to say, the lawn died in many areas and the weeds grew. Not happy with product at all. On another note, a friend of mine swears by using hydro chloric acid as a means of cleaning pavers. Maybe try to look into the benefits of this product on pavers? Hope this helps

Sue
Sue  

Thanks margie

simo
simo

how soon after treatment can i mow my lawn

Teresa G
Teresa G

Am I able to use granular weed and feed with water to be able to hose on? I have a used weed and feed hose on container.

Yates
Yates   DM   

Hi Teresa, Thank you for your question. Yates Weed n Feed Granular is designed to be spread onto the lawn. It cannot be mixed into your hose-on container. If you would ever like to contact our team directly, you can find out how here: external link 

Kind regards Yates

Teresa G
Teresa G  

Thank you

Luke T.
Luke T.

Hi just applied the Yates weed and feed and now it’s raining will it still be effective?

Yates
Yates   DM   

Hi Luke, Thank you for your question. Yates Weed n Feed Granular will not effective if it rains after application. The product needs to be watered in 48hrs after application. If you would ever like to contact our team directly, you can find out how here: external link 

Kind regards, Yates

Stevee
Stevee

I have a Scotts EasyGreen Rotary Lawn Spreader, and am wondering what setting to use when applying Yates Weed 'n' Feed Granular to a cooch lawn.

Hoylosboyolos Z.
Hoylosboyolos Z.  

I use setting three

Kerry
Kerry

Can you water straight after applying weed n feed granular?

PTT79
PTT79

Can the granular product be applied using a fertiliser spreader such as a Scott’s push along?

Yates
Yates   DM   

Hi, Thank you for your question. It is important to note that the best way to use our products is only as directed on the pack. When these directions are not carefully followed, the product may not work as required. We don't want that to happen.

For further technical information, please contact our team directly. You can find out how here: external link 

Kind regards

Yates

Marie P
Marie P

I applied the product and then it rained within 24 hours after application. What affect does this have?

Yates
Yates   DM   

Hi Marie, Thank you for your question. If it rained within 48 hours of application, it can reduce the weed control aspect of the product. Regardless, we still recommend deeply watering the lawn 48 hours after the product was applied.

This will ensure that the feeding part of the product can work its way well into the soil to give the lawn a boost. You can reapply the Weed n Feed Granular to your lawn again after 6 weeks.

If you would like further information on this product or any of our selective weed control products, please don't hesitate to contact our team directly, you can find out how here: external link 

All the very best with your lawn!

Kind regards

Yates

Nola
Nola

What weed @ feed can I use that wont hurt my puppy?

Yates
Yates   DM   

Hi Nola, Thank you for your question. Puppies are curious creatures and get up to much mischief, as it is their nature. To assist you with getting on top of your weeds and providing a welcoming play area for your pup, please contact us directly. We can then gather all information needed to assist you with getting the right product for you and your pup.

Please contact our team directly, you can find out how here: external link 

We look forward to hearing from you.

Yates

Mike A
Mike A

can I weed and feed now in Eastlakes Sydney, weeds have sprung up though lawn?

Yates
Yates   DM   

Hello Mike, Thank you for your question. Yes, you can apply Yates Weed 'n' Feed Granular throughout the year in Sydney (avoiding use during hot or windy weather, or on stressed lawns). The product is registered to control broadleaf weeds in most lawns, including Buffalo lawn varieties. Please ensure you have read and understood all label directions before using the product, and follow them carefully for best results.

If you would ever like to contact our team directly, you can find out how here: external link 

All the very best with your lawn!

Yates

danny
danny

Last week i used Weed 'N' Feed Granular in my lawn and it seems like it has burnt the grass and i can see lots of black spots in my lawn and i have spend a huge amount on getting the grass seeds and gardening done so any solution for that?

Don
Don

Is Yates weed n feed ok for my dogs after I spray the lawn.?

Mike
Mike  

Hi, not eure if its poisonous but it rurined my pavers completely within hours. Leaves nasty caustic stains on the lawn and the concrete areas and if your pets walk on the lawn and then anywhere else afterwards, they will spread this chemical all over the place. YOU WILL BE SORRY.

Pat C
Pat C  

Not sure as I don't have any pets. I wouldn't use it again.

Liam
Liam  

No. No it is not. Do not allow children or pets on the lawn until you’ve watered it in 2-3 days after application.

Ouch
Ouch

Firstly How soon after application can now the lawn?

Secondly I have patched that need fixing with sprigs or plugs. How soon after application can I start fixing the patches?

Ho Min
Ho Min  

7 days for both.

chris6
chris6

These comments are all years old. Surely Yates has dealt with these problems.

Any more recent reviews?

paul
paul  

Last year .I won't be trying again took 6 months to get back to how it was prior to using this product.hard to spread at the rate they say and makes marks on footpaths and driveways also.this was on new zealand lawn which I know are different to Aussie lawns.The liquid version is better but I got the granular so I did not hit other plants..My recommendation is separate weed killer like the fix and separate fertiliser.

Ho Min
Ho Min  

No Yates have not dealt with the problem Same formula same issues. My local Mitre 10 actually recomend not to use this product.

Natski
Natski  

I tried it on my lawn. Gave it 3 separate, generous applications. It didn't go black, didn't kill any weeds - nothing. I'm thinking all it did was feed the weeds as now they appear to be flourishing.

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