Top Dress™ Seedling Cover and Growth Accelerator
$59.99
- Biodegradable green mulch that controls erosion when seeding
- Contains starter fertilizer to encourage deeper rooting
- Keeps the seedbed moist to hasten germination
- Conceals seed from birds
- Made from 100% recycled paper
Real Lawns that Used Top Dress
Product Overview
Once the new grass plants are rooted, the mulch biodegrades and disappears into the soil so there is no need for removal. Mow the new lawn when the turfgrass grows three inches tall. Germination time depends on the seed mixture planted.
Coverage Guide
Coverage:
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
- Free ground shipping now available on orders of $75 or more! For smaller orders, shipping costs are calculated at checkout.
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- Orders are not shipped or delivered on weekends or holidays.
- We offer ground and expedited shipping.
Returns
- We offer 30-day free returns for replacement or full refund for items that are damaged or defective (shipping included). If damaged by the carrier, please file a claim with them.
- If your items have been used or aren’t in the original packaging, we will give you a refund (minus the cost of shipping) based on the condition of the product.
View our complete shipping and return policy. If you have questions about your order, please contact our customer service team at orders@jonathangreen.com.
Don’t Forget These Essentials
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What’s Included
100% recycled paper (cellulose fiber), corn fiber, green dye, and grass seed starter fertilizer (1% controlled release nitrogen)
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Fertilizer Analysis
1-0-0
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When to Apply
Spread Top Dress™ Seedling Cover & Growth Accelerator after applying grass seed to the prepared area.
For cool-season lawns, the best time to apply grass seed is in fall (between mid-August to mid-October), or in spring (between mid-March to mid-May). For grass seed to germinate, soil temperatures must be at least 55°F, and air temperatures should not exceed 85°F.
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Biodegradable
Yes, the mulch degrades into the soil once the new grass plants are rooted.
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Shelf Life
Place it in a cool dry place, off of the ground, out of direct sunlight, and keep it away from moisture. Keep bags (especially that have already been opened) containing unused product in a locked storage area inaccessible to children and pets. Do not store near feed or foodstuffs.
To prevent cross-contamination, do not store near open containers of fertilizer, seed or other pesticides. Under these conditions, fertilizer will last at least two years.
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Product Label
Always read and follow the product label before use.
Safety Data Sheets can be found at www.jonathangreen.com/safety-data-sheets-sds. If you have a specific question, do not hesitate to contact us.
Manufacturer
Spreader
Model
Rate
Manufacturer
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Spreader
Model
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What is the model of your spreader?
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Rate
Step 4/4
Select the rate that best suits your lawn needs.
Depending on the type of product you selected there may only be one application rate.
Note: “New lawn” indicates that you are starting a lawn from bare dirt vs overseeding or applying product to an existing lawn.
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Seed Protection Solution
Starter Fertilizer Promotes Deep Roots
Keep Seeds Hydrated
How to Apply
Seed
Spread grass seed over the planting area. Refer to the back of the grass seed bag for how to apply.
Apply
Protect
Wear gloves to spread Top Dress™ by hand or use a lawn spreader set to the largest opening.
Rake
Rake the Top Dress™ mulch evenly over the seeded area. Some soil and grass seed should be visible through the mulch.
Apply
Apply Top Dress™ only on lawns and gardens and sweep any product that lands on the sidewalk or driveway back onto the lawn.
Maintain
Water
Water the area after applying seed and Top Dress™ but do not overwater. Keep the top 1 inch of soil moist by watering daily for the first 14 days or until new grass growth appears. Then reduce watering to twice a week. Top Dress™ mulch will absorb the water and expand to cover the grass seed. Do not remove Top Dress™, it will biodegrade naturally.
Mow
Mow the new grass once it is 3 inches tall. Never scalp the grass by removing more than half the grass blade while mowing. This stresses the grass which results in thinning and bare spots.
