Your complete guide to feeding, seeding, and improving your soil

A great lawn doesn’t happen by accident—it’s built with the right foundation, consistent care, and high-quality inputs. Whether you’re starting fresh, repairing patches, or upgrading your existing turf, choosing the right products makes all the difference.

At Watson’s, we recommend a simple, effective system using trusted organic fertilizers, premium seed blends, and quality soil amendments to create a lawn that thrives in the Pacific Northwest.

 

Feed Your Lawn for Long-Term Health

 

Espoma Turf-Tone All Season Lawn Food

This is your go-to fertilizer for maintaining a lush, green lawn throughout the year. Turf-Tone is an organic, slow-release formula that feeds your lawn naturally while improving soil health over time.

Why it works:

• Promotes deep root growth
• Safe for kids and pets
• Enhances soil biology for long-term results
• Apply in early spring, late spring, and fall for best results.

 

Espoma Lawn Starter Fertilizer

Starting a new lawn or overseeding? This fertilizer is specifically designed to give new grass the nutrients it needs to establish quickly.

Best used for:

• New lawns
• Overseeding projects
• Repairing bare patches
• It helps young grass develop strong roots fast, setting the stage for a thick, healthy lawn.

 

 

Espoma Iron-Tone

If your lawn is looking a little pale or yellow, Iron-Tone is the fix. It provides a rich boost of iron for deep green color—without excessive growth.

Perfect for:

• Enhancing color naturally
• Fixing iron deficiency
• Giving your lawn that “golf course green” look

 

Choose the Right Grass Seed

 

Sun and Shade Grass Seed Mix

Ideal for most Pacific Northwest yards, this mix adapts to both sunny and partially shaded areas.

Great for:

• Mixed light conditions
• General lawn use
• Reliable, all-around performance

 

Overseeding

Overseeding is one of the easiest ways to improve your lawn without starting over. By spreading new seed into existing turf, you thicken your lawn and crowd out weeds.

When to overseed:

• Early fall (best window in Western Washington)
• Spring (secondary option)

 

 Play Area Grass Seed Mix 

Have kids or pets? This mix is designed to handle heavy foot traffic while staying dense and resilient.

Best for:

• Backyards and play spaces
• High-use areas
• Durable, wear-resistant turf

Carpinito Top Soil

Healthy soil is the foundation of a great lawn. Adding quality topsoil improves drainage, adds nutrients, and creates the ideal environment for seed to germinate.

Use it for:

• Leveling uneven lawns
• Topdressing before overseeding
• Improving poor or compacted soil

 

 

Putting It All Together

A simple plan for success:

1. Prep your lawn – Mow low and remove debris
2. Add topsoil – Lightly spread to improve surface and seed contact
3. Seed – Choose the right mix for your space
4. Fertilize – Use Lawn Starter for new growth
5. Maintain – Transition to Turf-Tone and supplement with Iron-Tone

A thick, green lawn is more than just looks—it’s about creating a space for relaxing, playing, and enjoying your home. With the right combination of organic fertilizers, high-quality seed, and improved soil, you’ll see better results that last.

If you’re not sure where to start, our team at Watson’s is here to help you build a plan tailored to your yard.