I've used mine commercially I use it once a week to fertilize a couple of clients and it's really held up for a year I used to buy the Scott's deluxe and by 9 months or a year they were trashed if I get another year out of this one I'm happy.
I have one that I have used four times. Started having issues pushing the spreader. All of a sudden it got very easy to push. When I investigated, the drive pin broke. I remember when I assembled the spreader, I thought that little pin would be susceptible to breaking. I replaced it with a curtain rod support that was the same thickness. So far it works fine; time will tell. Other than this issue, the spreader is fine. The spreader that the Lawn Care pushes i had before this and I hated it
Funny, I just picked up the Scotts spreader one down from this (only 6k sqft to deal with), which I should be receiving today. I really wanted the edge guard, so I didn't have to waste the fert on the street or driveway. I blow it back into the lawn, but it mainly ends up on the edges, which then makes my grass grow into the sidewalk, ugh. Hopefully the solves the problem. Also, I went ahead and added the humicDG to the cart as well (on your website). Looking forward to the video on it.
I love that lock on the handle- I have disability on my right hand. Since this thing is situated on right side, lock for that green handle is greatly appreciated .I would buy this thing just for this feature alone.
Doc, been meaning to thank you for the tips on growing stolon transplants! Started with 4 spots that are coming in nice now so I did another 13 this morning (lots of barespots). Thanks again man!
Doc's way works great. Also, If you have some mulch areas that it grows into, you can clear away the mulch and dig it up by the roots. I have some bare patches. I actually dug large chunks from a natural are next to my yard that the Bermuda grew into and used those large pieces to fill in the patches. You do need to make sure you get deep enough, so you get the full root system. It may die off otherwise.
MrKyle200, send us a link of some photos. I have been waiting to get some runners going to do a transplant. Would love to see the earlier stages of those.
HI Doc, thanks for these vids ! Using your calendar and tips has improved my bermuda a lot this year. Creeping charlie was killing me, but I have beat it back. leveling, top dressing, runners, all great stuff.
So glad you've posted this, Doc! I've been on the fence, with my drop spreader by Scott's, whether to buy another spreader. I seem to always have a hard time figuring out the stupid thing. Really like this dial. I'm sharing your videos and website any time I can. Thanks for teaching us!
Lol! Exact same condition as the drop spreader I bought at L**es! Including the bird crap! If selling as new, you'd think they'd at least keep them clean. Thanks again for the videos, Doc. 👍
I like that large spread pattern, glad you showed us at the end. By the way Doc, I’m a new homeowner, bought my place in January. Had a old neglected Bermuda lawn with weeds and I applied your methods and I’m getting close to doc’s lawn now! Thanks ! PS, never seen that fert you used in any of your videos that I recall? I’ve just been using liquid lawn and Milo.
I’ve been getting stripes for a few years with the scotts mini edgeguard and it seems to be the issues based on research. I guess I’ll pick this one up.
Awesome! I have a 1/2 acre yard. Take away the footprint of the house, rear patio, and driveway would this sprayer be suitable for that size of lawn? Or would it be overkill?
Dear Doc, I have one exactly as this one, but it will be nice to know the settings for the GreenShocker you recommended. I bought two bags and one went too fast using the settings they recommend 3-1/2. What are your thoughts ?
With a Scott's elite spreader how do you get the shoe to open the handle won't open so the seeds won't go through cuz it won't open what could be wrong
I have yet to see one granular product give a spreader setting for this spreader. What are your thoughts on this setting compared to a single broadcast spreader? Is it even a issue or maybe I'm thinking too much.
I have this spreader, (I got rid of my old spreader because I got dark green lines from overlap.) At a normal walk, what do you feel is the distance between each pass to not get overlap?
New to the lawncare scene since I’m a new homeowner. Would you recommend a drop spreader or broadcast spreader for a yard that’s about 10k sq ft? Also, I love the videos, keep them coming!
Hey Doc!! Thanks for another great video. When is the humic acid video coming out?? I've heard you talk about in the past few videos but I have some questions. IE: does the humic acid serve the same purpose as Lime. Looking forward to seeing the video! Thanks for all your help.
I love your videos I have been hairgrass and I’ve been getting spots can you make a video for Bahia grass or maybe you can give me some information I would appreciate so much
Hey Doc, how are you today? I have a question for before the time comes, for pre-emergent, when is the time to apply on bermuda grass? Any recommendations?
This might help: www.howtowithdoc.com/docs-product-links/preemergent-bermuda-grass/ you can put down anytime as long as the product says there isn't a temp or stress factor.
Doc! _what kind of fertilizer is that? And I haven't seen yoy do a video about detatching. I am wondering if my lawn isn't getting all the nutrients due to the thatch?
Doc!! What spreader setting do you use for milorganite on your elite spreader? Milorganite's website does not have what setting to use. Can't find anything on Google either
Thanks for this video.I got the same one(elite) at ace for $89 and they sent me a $10 off $50. So was $79 not counting taxes. Cant beat that
5:25 WOW!! Way to go Doc! That lawn looks great! It's a miracle.
I've used mine commercially I use it once a week to fertilize a couple of clients and it's really held up for a year I used to buy the Scott's deluxe and by 9 months or a year they were trashed if I get another year out of this one I'm happy.
I spent 45 mins looking the elite over at the store. Looks built good. I may get me one
I have one that I have used four times. Started having issues pushing the spreader. All of a sudden it got very easy to push. When I investigated, the drive pin broke. I remember when I assembled the spreader, I thought that little pin would be susceptible to breaking. I replaced it with a curtain rod support that was the same thickness. So far it works fine; time will tell. Other than this issue, the spreader is fine. The spreader that the Lawn Care pushes i had before this and I hated it
Funny, I just picked up the Scotts spreader one down from this (only 6k sqft to deal with), which I should be receiving today. I really wanted the edge guard, so I didn't have to waste the fert on the street or driveway. I blow it back into the lawn, but it mainly ends up on the edges, which then makes my grass grow into the sidewalk, ugh. Hopefully the solves the problem. Also, I went ahead and added the humicDG to the cart as well (on your website). Looking forward to the video on it.
Got my Elite from Wal Mart today for $45.00!! End of season sale.
I love that lock on the handle- I have disability on my right hand. Since this thing is situated on right side, lock for that green handle is greatly appreciated .I would buy this thing just for this feature alone.
Doc, been meaning to thank you for the tips on growing stolon transplants! Started with 4 spots that are coming in nice now so I did another 13 this morning (lots of barespots). Thanks again man!
You are now a BERMUDA GOD...……
😂😂😂
MrKyle200 Thanks for sharing your success! Gives me hope that I'm going to get my Bermuda back!😁
Doc's way works great. Also, If you have some mulch areas that it grows into, you can clear away the mulch and dig it up by the roots. I have some bare patches. I actually dug large chunks from a natural are next to my yard that the Bermuda grew into and used those large pieces to fill in the patches. You do need to make sure you get deep enough, so you get the full root system. It may die off otherwise.
MrKyle200, send us a link of some photos. I have been waiting to get some runners going to do a transplant. Would love to see the earlier stages of those.
Same bird crap covered pre-assembled spreader at both Howes and Home Dumpster. I did find unassembled ones inside garden dept still in boxes. 😀
HI Doc, thanks for these vids ! Using your calendar and tips has improved my bermuda a lot this year. Creeping charlie was killing me, but I have beat it back. leveling, top dressing, runners, all great stuff.
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So glad you've posted this, Doc! I've been on the fence, with my drop spreader by Scott's, whether to buy another spreader. I seem to always have a hard time figuring out the stupid thing. Really like this dial. I'm sharing your videos and website any time I can. Thanks for teaching us!
Lol! Exact same condition as the drop spreader I bought at L**es! Including the bird crap! If selling as new, you'd think they'd at least keep them clean.
Thanks again for the videos, Doc. 👍
I like that large spread pattern, glad you showed us at the end.
By the way Doc, I’m a new homeowner, bought my place in January. Had a old neglected Bermuda lawn with weeds and I applied your methods and I’m getting close to doc’s lawn now! Thanks !
PS, never seen that fert you used in any of your videos that I recall? I’ve just been using liquid lawn and Milo.
We are working on finding the PERFECT granular. When we do we'll post it.
Thanks Doc!
Hey Doc Any update on how this spreader held up.
I’ve been getting stripes for a few years with the scotts mini edgeguard and it seems to be the issues based on research. I guess I’ll pick this one up.
Awesome! I have a 1/2 acre yard. Take away the footprint of the house, rear patio, and driveway would this sprayer be suitable for that size of lawn? Or would it be overkill?
Looks worth the money. I've always Iiked drop spreaders best
Dear Doc, I have one exactly as this one, but it will be nice to know the settings for the GreenShocker you recommended. I bought two bags and one went too fast using the settings they recommend 3-1/2. What are your thoughts ?
Are the broadcaster elite settings the same as the other Scott’s broadcasters
With a Scott's elite spreader how do you get the shoe to open the handle won't open so the seeds won't go through cuz it won't open what could be wrong
Very nice view from above.
What's the spread width on this spreader??? Thinking of buying it...got a pretty big yard 100×400
I have yet to see one granular product give a spreader setting for this spreader. What are your thoughts on this setting compared to a single broadcast spreader? Is it even a issue or maybe I'm thinking too much.
I have this spreader, (I got rid of my old spreader because I got dark green lines from overlap.)
At a normal walk, what do you feel is the distance between each pass to not get overlap?
New to the lawncare scene since I’m a new homeowner. Would you recommend a drop spreader or broadcast spreader for a yard that’s about 10k sq ft? Also, I love the videos, keep them coming!
Rotary for sure.
Doc what setting are you using with this Scotts Elite for PGF Complete and Barricade DG Pro? Thanks in advance
I'm looking to apply PGF Complete with this spreader and need to know the setting also.
Thanks
Hey Doc!! Thanks for another great video. When is the humic acid video coming out?? I've heard you talk about in the past few videos but I have some questions. IE: does the humic acid serve the same purpose as Lime. Looking forward to seeing the video! Thanks for all your help.
I love your videos I have been hairgrass and I’ve been getting spots can you make a video for Bahia grass or maybe you can give me some information I would appreciate so much
Thanks! FYI....Now $86 on Amazon Prime.....
Great video Doc, keep 'em coming.
Doc, what was the material you put into the hopper and the brand, I would like to try some. Jim, Charlotte, NC.
Hey Doc, how are you today? I have a question for before the time comes, for pre-emergent, when is the time to apply on bermuda grass? Any recommendations?
This might help: www.howtowithdoc.com/docs-product-links/preemergent-bermuda-grass/ you can put down anytime as long as the product says there isn't a temp or stress factor.
Doc! _what kind of fertilizer is that? And I haven't seen yoy do a video about detatching. I am wondering if my lawn isn't getting all the nutrients due to the thatch?
Testing... We'll have a new granular link up soon.
Doc, what are your recommended settings with this spreader for the Humic DG product? Thank you!
Just under 1/4" on the slots.
Can you use it for Topdressing?
Doc!! What spreader setting do you use for milorganite on your elite spreader? Milorganite's website does not have what setting to use. Can't find anything on Google either
I've switched away from MILO to the new organic so never ran it through.
Doc, are you getting your Liquid Lawn strictly from Amazon?
Yes.
Thanks for the response.
Does anyone know of a cover that fits the top to help keep contents inside on hills, or rain out?
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