Scotts 76565 Turf Builder Classic Drop Spreader, Single Pack

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Generally, a lightweight, durable metal frame and a hopper made from plastic or lightweight steel signify a high-quality spreader.

So test test I have taken into consideration a few important elements. How much material can be held, how well the spreader distributes seed and fertiliser, price, durability, and hopper capacity. I start with grass seed on a lawn that was hand seeded and ended up patchy – without question, when factoring the method I have used to test these lawn spreaders, for a little garden like mine, EverGreen Easy Spreader Plus came out on top – even a child could successfully spread seed with this spreader it was that easy. And setup was a doddle too. Here’s a couple of pictures of the spreader in use: My daughter helping me test the lawn spreaders With a hopper that can hold 23 kilograms of feed, you shouldn’t have to keep stopping to refill too often, nor do you have to worry about clog-inducing contaminants getting mixed in there thanks to a hopper screen and hopper cover being included in the price. This means you can even use it in wet weather, as long as you have a good set of wellies and a raincoat. No matter which type of lawn feed spreader you’re using, they are all very easy to operate. All you need to do is adjust the spread rate to suit your needs, then fill the container section up with your lawn feed and disperse it on the area that needs it. However, not all models use the same dispersing technique, and if you go to our Best lawn Feed Spreaders Buyer’s Guide, you’ll see how we compare rotary lawn feed spreaders with drop lawn feed spreaders. Types of lawn feed spreader There is an on/off trigger that comes in very useful when negotiating the corners of your lawn and if used properly will prevent you accidentally dumping too much feeder in one spot which could have adverse effects.Fortunately, Evergreen’s Scotts EasyGreen Rotary Spreaderstrikes a good compromise between practicality and affordability. Another variation of the rotary type is the handheld spreader. These are lightweight, low cost, and very easy to use, and if you only have a small space to cover, they can be a great tool to use. recently, there have been battery-operated handheld lawn feed spreaders coming onto the market, like the Einhell GE-US Power X-Change Lawn Feed Spreader , and when compared to the standard handheld spreaders, they take much less physical effort to use. You will have to pay extra for that privilege though. Variable controls There are also directions given for using the best spread rate settings with various types of EverGreen granular products too. If you only have a small lawn, and don’t mind walking around a little to spread your fertiliser, you could do a lot worse than spending a few quid on this handheld Gardena lawn feed spreader. Our delivery partners may vary delivery schedules at certain times of the year. ProGreen cannot be held liable for errors or delays caused by our delivery partners. Please ensure all the details you supply are complete and accurate to achieve the best delivery.

If you’re working on a large scale, you’ll be able to fit roughly a 20 kg bag of fertiliser or lawn seed into the hopper at a time. Anyone can change the settings on this Scotts Spreader. For working at a rate of 2.7lbs/1000 sq. ft, you can leave the settings at 5. Scotts Edgeguard Settings Pneumatic tires are great for hills and rougher terrain, but they require regular maintenance – in most cases. Handle From a height perspective, I am 5 foot 9, I had no problem using this, my daughter considerably shorter, again no problem, it’s more about the angle change. The advantage of a drop spreader is that you have much more control over where the contents are being put down, and this makes them better for using on the edges of lawns or near garden ponds so you don’t contaminate the water accidentally with chemicals.The construction is a mix of metal and plastic, with plastic wheels and tank fixed onto metal handles. The handles can be folded down for storage purposes but unfortunately, the height of them can’t be adjusted. Having said that, they come up about a metre tall, so it’s not like they are overly short to begin with. In some cases, cushions are placed on the handle to improve grip and relieve stress on the hands. Hopper

A little perseverance and patience saw me through it though, and I was very pleased with the fully assembled product at the end and thought it was worth the effort. The Scotts AccuGreen Spreader is a popular tool for adding fertilizers and other chemicals. If you want to work with this product at 2.7lbs/1000 Sq Ft, you should choose a setting of 5. Scotts Drop PF1 ( 2 – 18) Settings But if you want the best, and can afford to spend the extra money, the Lesco 092474 is hard to beat!Just in front of the wide, rubber gripped, handles there is a good-sized, and clearly marked spread rate adjustment lever. This too is made of strong steel, but with a plastic grip for comfort, and is highly unlikely to become damaged or worn any time soon.

As you can imagine, there’s a bit of a workout involved in pushing this fertiliser spreader around, especially when it’s full; the unit alone weighs 12.3 kg. However, it’s a great option for gardeners who don’t want to keep stopping and starting to top up the spreader. The majority of these machine come with instructions that recommend which of the variable settings should be used for different purposes. These generally include information about recommended walking pace to ensure good results.

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The most efficient way to feed the lawn because all of the fertiliser is delivered directly on to the lawn However, don’t let those little things put you off, as this is a great little drop spreader and priced very reasonably. All being said, this is the best lawn feed spreader from testing, especially when you consider the price. It has a good hopper capacity and is easy to get a uniform spread of feed or seed on your lawn, once you get to grips with the walking pace, and a few other little quirks. Measure the size of your yard and determine how much product you need to store in your hopper to avoid repeated refills. If using a drop spreader, the application will be more concentrated and therefore you may use more product. You need to be especially careful not to stop still when using a drop spreader – if the aperture is open, the seeds/fertiliser will be heaped in one place.